Virat Kohli responded with humor when Rahul Dravid mentioned to Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Kohli might participate in the 2028 Olympics. Kohli jokingly said, “I might need to practice my javelin throw and long jump!” His witty comment sparked laughter, showing his playful side amidst talks about his potential involvement in the Olympics beyond cricket. The light-hearted moment highlighted Kohli’s camaraderie with fellow sports figures and his readiness to consider new challenges in sports.
A Heartfelt Interaction with Prime Minister:
After returning to India post their triumph in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, the Indian team met with the Prime Minister on Thursday, July 4. India clinched their second T20 World Cup title by defeating South Africa in the final on Saturday, June 29, winning by a margin of seven runs. Upon arrival in New Delhi, the players, along with support staff, and officials including the BCCI president and secretary, visited the PM’s residence in the capital.
The Prime Minister congratulated the team on their historic victory and engaged in discussions with players and coaches about the tournament and cricket in general, emphasizing the significance of their achievement. The meeting underscored the national pride and recognition bestowed upon the team for their stellar performance on the global stage.
Rahul Dravid’s Funny Statement During the Meet:
During their discussion, PM Modi brought up cricket’s inclusion in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, marking its comeback after 128 years. Cricket appeared just once before in the Olympics, in 1928, involving only Great Britain and France. PM Modi highlighted the significance of cricket’s return, showing its increasing global appeal. In response, Rahul Dravid expressed pride in cricket joining the Olympics and trusted the BCCI to prepare well. He confirmed that many T20 World Cup-winning players would participate in the event.
Rahul Dravid said, “The Olympics is such a big event, having cricket in it is a matter of pride for cricket. I am fully confident that whoever will be on the board at that time will make complete preparations for that tournament. Hopefully, many of the players from this team will be there.”
Continuing, the former India coach playfully pointed at Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, teasingly calling them “youngsters.” This light-hearted comment highlighted their established roles in the team while adding humor to the conversation. It showed the coach’s ability to maintain a relaxed atmosphere, acknowledging Sharma and Kohli’s leadership and experience in a playful manner. He further acknowledged, “ There are quite a few young players like Rohit and Virat.”
Following this, Virat Kohli reacted humorously by folding his hands, seemingly implying, “spare me.” His gesture added a comedic element to the scene, showing his playful side and ability to lighten the mood. This playful interaction reflected Kohli’s spontaneity and contributed to the relaxed atmosphere during the exchange.
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