AUS vs IND, 3rd ODI LIVE: Kohli fist pumps in joy after the first run; Here’s what happened

After two ducks in the Australia vs India ODI series, Virat Kohli tapped a delivery from Josh Hazlewood for a quick single, celebrating with an exuberant fist pump.

Kohli doing the fist pump after his first run of the series. Image | @CricCrazyJohns on X

In a fun moment during the ongoing Australia versus India One Day International (ODI) series, Virat Kohli, the celebrated former Indian captain, brought the crowd to life with a memorable gesture. After patiently waiting for three innings to get off the mark, Kohli finally scored his first run in the series, sparking excitement among fans and teammates alike.

Kohli’s fist pump after his first run

The moment unfolded in the 11th over when Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood delivered a full ball at 139.9 kilometers per hour. Kohli, known for his technical prowess and calm demeanor at the crease, got forward and across the line to gently tap the ball towards midwicket.

Spotting an opportunity, he swiftly took a quick single, breaking his scoring drought. The run was greeted with a thunderous roar from the crowd, reflecting their shared relief and happiness for the star batsman.

What truly caught the eye was Kohli’s enthusiastic celebration following that run. Instead of his usual composed acknowledgment, he pumped his fist in the air with a beaming smile, exhibiting a rare but infectious display of joy and relief.

This spirited reaction was a symbol of his determination and his eagerness to get going after a slow start to the series, where he scored back-to-back ducks, a rare feat in his illustrious career. Fans online and at the stadium shared in the light-hearted moment, enjoying the more playful side of the often intense run-machine.

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Kohli then started playing some shots against the likes of Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood. After hitting Adam Zampa for his first boundary of the series, Kohli pulled one for a boundary against Hazlewood. He then played a good-looking classical straight drive against Mitchell Starc to notify everyone that he is back at his best.

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Earlier in the match, Australia scored 236 in the first inning after Harshit Rana’s 39/4 broke through the Australian lower middle order. The hosts have already won the series, and India are looking for a consolation win in Sydney.

Where to watch the match?

Cricket fans in India can watch the Australia vs India, 3rd ODI in Sydney LIVE on JioHotstar, accesisble via OTTplay premium.

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