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On 'Favourite Footballer', Sachin Tendulkar's Choice Isn't Same As Virat Kohli's

Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli might be two cricketers belonging to two different eras but they are often compared to each other based on their cricketing statistics. While there are plenty of similarities between Kohli and Tendulkar, in terms of what they've done on the 22-yard strip over the years, there remain a few differences too. In fact, when it comes to their choice of 'favourite footballer', the two stands absolutely opposite to each other.

"Has To Win More Games...": Ex-India Selector Urges Rinku Singh To Go Beyond Those 5 6s

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Rinku Singh has emerged as one of the top performers in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 so far. Not many will easily forget his crazy knock against the Gujarat Titans earlier this month. With 29 runs needed off the last over, Rinku hit GT pacer Yash Dayal for five consecutive sixes to win the game for his team. Following his exploits, several current and former cricketers have suggested that an 'India call-up' is just around the corner for Rinku.

Watch: "Ye Kaun Hai Bachcha..." - Virat Kohli's Hilarious Blindfold Challenge Ft. Sunil Chhetri

India and Royal Challengers Bangalore star batter Virat Kohli is one of the most energetic cricketers in world cricket at the moment. With Kohli, there's is never a dull moment, whether it's on-the-field or off-the-field. In a hilarious video shared on social media, Kohli took part in a blindfold challenge where he tried to identify his RCB teammates and Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri. The video was shared by Puma, RCB's official kit sponsor, on their Instagram handle with a caption: "Game recognises game".

IPL 2023: Ex-India Star Reveals Virat Kohli's 'Captaincy Masterstroke' In Win Over PBKS

With skipper Faf du Plessis unable to field due to a rib injury, Virat Kohli took over captaincy duty for Royal Challengers Bangalore during their game against Punjab Kings on Thursday. Kohli, who had stepped down from captaincy after IPL 2021, donned the captaincy hat for RCB, leading his team to a crucial 24-run win at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali. RCB posted a total of 174/4 on the back of Faf (84) and Kohli's (59) 137-run partnership for the first wicket.

"Can't Waste Balls...": Australia Great Slams Virat Kohli, Faf Du Plessis For Poor Strike-Rate

Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli hit half-centuries to set up Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)'s win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali. Faf hit 84 off 56 balls, while Kohli registered his 48th half-century, scoring 59 off 47 balls. While the pair added 137 runs for the first wicket in 16 overs, former Australia batter Matthew Hayden was not impressed with their scoring rate. Hayden criticised Faf and Kohli for wasting balls, saying that both players have to trust other batters.

"Ab Bhi Ball...": What Sachin Tendulkar Said Virat Kohli After Getting Out In 2011 World Cup Final

In a recent question and answer session on Twitter, Sachin Tendulkar has revealed what he told Virat Kohli when he was walking back to pavilion after being dismissed in the 2011 World Cup final against Sri Lanka at the Wankhede Stadium. Notably, Kohli came in to bat at the fourth spot after the opening batter Sachin lost his wicket. While the camera showed that Sachin was telling something to new batter Virat when the latter was stepping in, nobody could really know what were the words spoken by the legendary batter.

On Losing Twitter Blue Tick, Sachin Tendulkar's Brilliant Response To Fan

A number of 'Recognised' Twitter accounts saw their Blue Ticks being taken away on Friday morning. Among those who were left without the Verified Checkmarks were ace cricketing personalities like Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, etc. The move by Twitter led to questions being raised by fans. One of the fans even asked the Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar about how he would know who the real Sachin Tendulkar is on Twitter without the Blue Chekmark. The Master Blaster gave a beautiful response to the worried fan.

Virat Kohli Messes Up Tough Catch Opportunity With RCB Teammate Also In The Mix

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) registered a moral boosting win in IPL 2023 on Thursday, beating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 24 runs at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali. With this win, RCB climbed into the top half of the points table and occupy the fifth spot. Chasing a target of 175, PBKS were bowled out for 150 in 18.2 overs, with Mohammed Siraj taking four wickets. Virat Kohli, who was RCB's stand-in captain for the match, registered his 48th half-century, made an absolute mess of a catch during PBKS' 175-run chase.

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On 'Favourite Footballer', Sachin Tendulkar's Choice Isn't Same As Virat Kohli's

"Has To Win More Games...": Ex-India Selector Urges Rinku Singh To Go Beyond Those 5 6s

Watch: "Ye Kaun Hai Bachcha..." - Virat Kohli's Hilarious Blindfold Challenge Ft. Sunil Chhetri

IPL 2023: Ex-India Star Reveals Virat Kohli's 'Captaincy Masterstroke' In Win Over PBKS

"Can't Waste Balls...": Australia Great Slams Virat Kohli, Faf Du Plessis For Poor Strike-Rate

"Ab Bhi Ball...": What Sachin Tendulkar Said Virat Kohli After Getting Out In 2011 World Cup Final

On Losing Twitter Blue Tick, Sachin Tendulkar's Brilliant Response To Fan

Virat Kohli Messes Up Tough Catch Opportunity With RCB Teammate Also In The Mix