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The Times of India
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TOI Sports Desk

'It is awkward...': Virat Kohli on playing in front of the pavilion named after him in Delhi

NEW DELHI: India's batting maestro Virat Kohli has opened up about the unique experience of playing in front of a pavilion bearing his name at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium, formerly known as Feroz Shah Kotla. Kohli, who has been an instrumental figure in Indian cricket, shared his sentiments ahead of India's second World Cup fixture against Afghanistan.

In a video released by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Virat Kohli discussed his partnership with KL Rahul, which played a pivotal role in India's triumphant opening match against the mighty Australians. However, the conversation soon shifted to the emotional weight of performing at a stadium where he had nurtured his cricketing journey.

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