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Published 18:44 IST, August 2nd 2023

'Is Virat Kohli suffering from Eye Flu': Kohli makes fans go wild during IND vs WI 3rd ODI

Virat Kohli did not get a chance to bat in the first ODI against the West Indies, and in the subsequent two matches, he was given rest by the management. 

Reported by: Vishal Tiwari
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Virat Kohli during the 3rd ODI against the West Indies (Image: FanCode) | Image: self
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India secured a 2-1 series victory in the three-match ODI series against West Indies by thrashing the hosts by a massive 200 runs on Tuesday. The match took place at the Brian Lara cricket stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad. Surprisingly, the Indian team management decided to keep Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli on the bench once again despite the 3rd ODI being a crucial decider. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Axar Patel were included in the playing XI.

3 things you need to know

  • Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were not part of the 3rd ODI
  • Hardik Pandya captained the side in absence of Rohit
  • Kohli was seen sporting sunglasses while sitting in the dugout

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IND vs WI: Virat Kohli turns rockstar during 3rd ODI

While watching the 3rd ODI from the dugout, Virat Kohli looked as stylish as ever in his practice gear, wearing an ultra-expensive watch and sporting luxurious black sunglasses, giving him a dapper yet relaxed appearance. Kohli did not get a chance to bat in the first ODI, and in the subsequent two ODIs, he was given rest. His stylish look during the 3rd ODI quickly went viral on Twitter, and fans couldn't get enough of it.

Virat Kohli has returned to form as he recently scored his 76th century during the second Test match against the West Indies. Kohli was not in good touch for the past couple of years but he seemed to have found his mojo since last year's T20 Asia Cup. 

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Also Read: 'I Had A Very Wonderful Chat With Virat': Hardik Pandya On Why Rohit Sharma And Virat Kohli Were Rested

IND vs WI, 3rd ODI

The opening duo of Ishan Kishan (77) and Shubman Gill (85) set the stage for a big total with an impressive 143-run partnership. Sanju Samson contributed with a half-century, and the stand-in skipper, Hardik Pandya, smashed an unbeaten 70 off just 52 balls, supported by Suryakumar Yadav's 35 runs. India posted a formidable total of 351/5 in their 50 overs.

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In response, the West Indies struggled to get going as Mukesh Kumar (3/30) and Shardul Thakur (4/37) dismantled their top order, reducing the hosts to a dismal 88/8 in 24 overs. Despite a half-century stand between Alzarri Joseph (26) and Gudakesh Motie (39*), the home side could only reach 151 before being bowled out, resulting in a resounding 200-run victory for India.

Image: FanCode

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18:46 IST, August 2nd 2023