As Kohli left the airport, scenes of pure madness unfolded. Hundreds of fans gathered to welcome him, chanting his name and recording the moment on their phones. Security was quickly tightened but the crowd continued to grow, making it difficult for Kohli to reach his vehicle. For a brief moment, the 36-year-old appeared visibly frustrated as he struggled to move through the sea of supporters, highlighting the challenges that often come with his immense popularity.
This was not an isolated incident. Just two days earlier, Kohli experienced a similar reception at the Bengaluru airport after his stunning performance in the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy. Despite strict safety regulations, fans surrounded him, asking about his form, travel plans and asking for selfies. However, Kohli handled the situation with grace and urged the crowd to remain calm as they heeded selfie requests and interacted cordially with the supporters.
On the cricket front, Kohli goes into the New Zealand series in red-hot form. After a brief lean spell that included back-to-back ducks against Australia, the former India captain rediscovered his trademark rhythm. He hit a crucial half-century in the third and final ODI against Australia before producing back-to-back centuries against South Africa. Kohli completed the series with another fifty and was deservedly named Player of the Series.
The veteran batsman amassed 302 runs in the South African series, underscoring his return to top form. With renewed confidence and momentum on his side, Kohli now prepares for the Kiwi challenge, hoping to continue his impressive run in the 50-over format.
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