Indian cricket fans had a double reason to celebrate on Monday, November 5, 2023, as the country’s beloved captain Virat Kohli turned 35 on the same day that India won the T20 match against South Africa at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
Kohli, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time, was given a fitting birthday tribute by his teammates and the crowd at the Eden Gardens. Before the start of the match, the Indian players presented Kohli with a cake and sang him a happy birthday song. The crowd also joined in the celebrations, chanting Kohli’s name and cheering him on.
Kohli himself had a memorable birthday, as he led India to a comfortable victory over South Africa. He scored a half-century in the match and also took a crucial wicket with the ball. After the match, Kohli was presented with a special birthday gift by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB).
The Indian captain was visibly touched by the outpouring of love and support from his fans and teammates. He thanked the crowd for their support and said that he was feeling blessed to be able to celebrate his birthday on such a special day.
India’s victory in the T20 match was also a cause for celebration for the entire country. The team has been in excellent form in recent months and is one of the favorites to win the T20 World Cup in 2023.
