NEW DELHI: On the eve of the much-anticipated IPL 2025 conflict between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, cricket followers had been handled to a particular off-field second as Virat Kohli shared a heartfelt hug with Rahul Dravid on the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Saturday.
Dravid, presently serving as Rajasthan Royals’ head coach, is recovering from a leg harm he sustained whereas taking part in in a Karnataka State Cricket Affiliation League match. Regardless of being confined to a wheelchair with a forged on his left leg, the ever-dedicated Dravid has stayed deeply concerned with the Royals’ marketing campaign.
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The emotional assembly was captured and shared by RR on social media, the place Kohli, recognizing Dravid from a distance, walked over, knelt down, and embraced the previous India head coach. Laughter adopted, as the 2 legends shared a heat alternate that immediately received over followers.
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RR’s caption summed it up completely: “Whether or not you’re a younger one or quantity 18, pehle toh Rahul bhai se hello milna hai.”
Dravid’s enduring mentorship and Kohli’s heartfelt gesture introduced a refreshing pause to the extreme IPL ambiance, reminding followers of the deep-rooted camaraderie in Indian cricket.
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As for the on-field motion, Kohli and Phil Salt will face the fiery tempo of Jofra Archer when the 2 sides battle on Sunday. Each RCB and RR wish to bounce again after current losses — RCB to Delhi Capitals, and RR to Gujarat Titans.
At present, RCB sit fourth with three wins, whereas RR is at seventh, determined to climb the desk.