NEW DELHI: Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the BCCI conducted Q&A session in which Indian batter KL Rahul was asked a light-hearted question: “Who is the most famous person in your contact list?” Without missing a beat, Rahul answered, “Virat Kohli,” much to the amusement of fans and fellow cricketers alike.
The response came as no surprise to many, given the long-standing friendship between the two cricketing stars. Kohli, widely regarded as one of the greatest modern-day cricketers, has been a prominent figure not only in Indian cricket but globally, and his influence extends far beyond the sport.
Rahul’s answer highlighted the close bond they share, with the two having played together in numerous international matches and even sharing success on and off the field.
Rahul’s simple yet candid response also underscored the camaraderie and mutual respect that exists between the two players, who have often supported each other in both challenging times and moments of glory.
During the same Q&A session, pacer Mohammed Siraj asked Virat Kohli to pick his favourite knock in Australia. Kohli chose his stunning century in Perth from the 2018-19 series as his top pick.
Despite India’s heavy loss by 146 runs in that match, Kohli’s innings stood out as he was the lone Indian batter to shine, while the rest of the team struggled. His century remains a memorable and gritty performance, showcasing his resilience in challenging conditions.
As Kohli responded to questions from the BCCI’s Social Media team, both Sarfaraz and Mohammed Siraj were seen enthusiastically saying “Legend, Legend,” a clear display of the deep respect he commands from his teammates.
