In the wake of India‘s poignant defeat against Australia in the final of the ODI World Cup 2023, cricket enthusiasts and fans united in solidarity to commend the exceptional cricketing prowess displayed by the Rohit Sharma-led side throughout the tournament. The hosts dazzled their way to the final by triumphing in all their league-stage fixtures and delivering a resounding victory over New Zealand in the semi-final.
Despite the ultimate setback against the Aussies in the pinnacle encounter, the Men in Blue’s journey was marked by brilliance and resilience that captured the hearts of fans worldwide.
Amidst the collective acknowledgement of the team’s commendable efforts, a touching message surfaced from the renowned Afghanistan fan girl, Wazhma Ayoubi. In a heartfelt tribute, Wazhma extended her admiration and appreciation to the Indian batting ace Virat Kohli for his stellar performance in the ICC event.
Wazhma Ayoubi’s message for Virat Kohli
Wazhma acknowledged Virat as her all-time favourite and acknowledged him as the player of the tournament. She mentioned that despite being close to him on the ground, the overwhelming emotions of loss prevented her from speaking to him and admired India’s remarkable World Cup journey.
“You will forever remain my favorite, @imVkohli, the player of the tournament!!! Yesterday, I was right there close to you on the ground, but I couldn’t find the heart to speak to you due to the overwhelming emotions of loss that consumed us. Take heart, GOAT. India’s World Cup journey has been truly remarkable, although luck ultimately favored the Aussies in the end,” Wazhma wrote in her tweet.
You will forever remain my favorite, @imVkohli, the player of the tournament!!! Yesterday, I was right there close to you on the ground, but I couldn't find the heart to speak to you due to the overwhelming emotions of loss that consumed us. Take heart, GOAT. India's World Cup… pic.twitter.com/GXOPwdXrNa
— Wazhma Ayoubi 🇦🇫 (@WazhmaAyoubi) November 20, 2023
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Virat Kohli’s journey in ODI World Cup 2023
Virat emerged as the linchpin of India’s ODI World Cup 2023 campaign, leaving an indelible mark with his stellar performances. The right-handed maestro amassed 765 runs in just 11 innings, boasting an extraordinary average of 95.63. The 35-year-old’s stellar contributions with the bat earned him accolades and secured him the coveted title of Player of the Tournament. His consistent and impactful displays were instrumental in India’s journey, reaffirming his status as one of the premier batters in international cricket.
