The decisive second Test between India and Bangladesh began at Green Park, Kanpur, on Friday, September 27, after a one-hour delay due to a wet outfield caused by overnight rain.
As Virat Kohli and other players practiced before play, a ground staff member approached Kohli and touched his feet. Initially surprised, Kohli acknowledged the gesture with a tap on the shoulder.
This marks Kohli’s first appearance in Kanpur since his 113-run knock against the West Indies in 2017. The excitement in the city is high as fans look forward to seeing the cricket legend in action.
Kohli, aiming to bounce back after a disappointing performance in the first Test in Chennai, will hope to make this return memorable.
India is set to face New Zealand and Australia in upcoming Test series. While Kohli has struggled in the Test format in recent years, with his average dropping below 49, he will be looking to regain form ahead of the challenging tours, particularly with Australia in November.