Indian cricket star Virat Kohli showcased his playful side during the third Test match against New Zealand in Mumbai on Friday. As fans erupted in song with the Bollywood hit “My Name is Lakhan,” Kohli couldn’t resist joining in, performing the hook step on the field. This lighthearted moment captured on camera highlights Kohli’s infectious energy and love for the game.
Meanwhile, India’s bowlers dominated the opening day, with Ravindra Jadeja claiming his 14th five-wicket haul and Washington Sundar bagging four wickets. The duo exploited the turning Wankhede Stadium pitch to their advantage, bowling out New Zealand for 235.
Will Young and Daryl Mitchell provided some resistance for the visitors, sharing an 89-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Young scored a patient 71, while Mitchell top-scored with 82, hitting three fours and three sixes. However, the Indian bowlers maintained their grip, with only four New Zealand batters reaching double figures.
India’s Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sarfaraz Khan, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Ravichandran Ashwin, Akash Deep, Mohammed Siraj
New Zealand’s Playing XI: Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Glenn Phillips, Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry, Ajaz Patel, William O’Rourke
