Viral Video: Pakistani fan's heartfelt praise for Virat Kohli amidst India-Pakistan clash at Asia Cup 2023

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Pakistan. As the Asia Cup 2023 unfolded in Pallekele, a contest between the arch-rivals became the center of attention. However, Mother Nature had other plans as rain forced the match to be abandoned.

Amidst the cricketing drama, a heartwarming video emerged, capturing the sentiments of a Pakistani woman towards none other than Virat Kohli.

Shared on X (formerly Twitter) by a user named Muffadal Vohra, this video showcased the woman's genuine admiration for the Indian cricket star. In her own words, she expressed her disappointment when Kohli was dismissed quickly during the game, dashing her hopes of witnessing a Kohli century.

Painted with the Indian flag on one side of her face and the Pakistani flag on the other, the unnamed fan proudly displayed her affinity for both nations. Even when a middle-aged man criticized her for praising Kohli, she responded with grace, stating, «Chacha, padosiyon se pyaar karna koi buri baat to nahi hai (Uncle, it is not a bad thing to love your neighbors).»


When questioned to choose between Kohli and Babar Azam, she unhesitatingly picked the former.

The video sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with users expressing their opinions.

One user remarked, «I don't see anyone from Pak saying this for Rohit or anyone from India saying this for Babar. Kohli is huge. He's being adored beyond rivalries.» Another echoed the sentiment, stating, «This is the love and respect which Virat Kohli has earned across the world.