Former Indian cricket team coach and commentator Ravi Shastri recently shared a nostalgic anecdote about Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma during their dating days. Appearing alongside Sunil Gavaskar in an upcoming episode of Season 5 of The Great Indian Kapil Show, Shastri opened up about the importance of partner support for professional athletes.
Key Highlights from the Promo
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The 160-Run Knock: Shastri recalled a match attended by Anushka Sharma where a fierce Virat Kohli charged out “like a warrior” to score 160 runs.
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The Celebration: Recreating the iconic moment on stage, Shastri described how Kohli celebrated his century by kissing his bat and sending a flying kiss towards the stands.
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Advocating Partner Support: Highlighting the pressures of international cricket, Shastri stressed that players should be allowed to have their partners accompany them on tours for emotional backing.
Episode Details & Other Highlights
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Sunil Gavaskar’s Wit: The legendary opener also shared lighthearted moments, joking that he didn’t wear a helmet against fast bowlers because “there was nothing inside.”
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Cast & Streaming: Featuring regular cast members like Sunil Grover, Kiku Sharda, and Krushna Abhishek, the special episode will stream on Netflix on October 10 at 8:00 PM.
(Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma tied the knot in December 2017 and are parents to two children, Vamika and Akaay.)
