Virat Kohli's sportsmanship towards Joe Root reminds fans of 2019 WC Steve Smith incident

England captain Joe Root, who is playing his 100th Test match, batted magnificently on opening day of Chennai Test match against India. player showcased exemplary batsmanship against a formidable Indian bowling attack and also smashed his 20th century in longer format. However, Chennai heat got better of batsman at one point in time, and it was Indian captain Virat Kohli who rushes to his opposite number's rescue. 

India vs England 1st Test: Fans praise Virat Kohli for helping Joe Root 

It was during 87th over of day that Joe Root attempted to hit a slog sweep against star Indian spinner R Ashwin. player visibly looked uncomfortable after playing stroke because of a cramp. Virat Kohli won hearts as he rushed towards batter and helped him stretch before physiorapist arrived. Kwn to be a fierce on-field competitor, Indian skipper also is believed to share a great camarerie with opposition, and same was on display at  M. A. Chidambaram Stium.

Indian star cricketer received immense appreciation from all corners for his wonderful gesture. Netizens praised 32-year-old for his approach. Here is how fans reacted after incident - 

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India vs England 1st Test: What transpired on Day 1?

visitors came out on top after opening day of contest. Joe Root elected to bat first after winning toss, and England batsmen were successful in putting toger a strong show. England captain scored crucial 128 runs and is still at crease. Dominic Sibley also batted remarkably before being dismissed for a well-me 87. After end of day's play, England scored 263 runs at loss of three wickets. 

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India vs England live streaming details 

India vs England 1st Test will brocast live on television on Star Sports 1 SD & HD and 1 Hindi SD and HD channels. India vs England live streaming will also be me available on  Disney+ Hotstar app. live-action of Day 2 will commence from 9:30 AM (IST) on Saturday, February 5.

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Root vs Kohli in Test match cricket 

Joe Root and Virat Kohli matchup is expected to be highlight of series. While both players are deemed as modern-day greats, it remains to be seen who out of two comes out on top after four-match series. Ahe of India vs 1st Test, Root h scored 8,249 runs in longer format with 19 centuries and 49 half-centuries at an aver of 49.4. Virat Kohli, on or hand, has featured in 87 Test matches and has amassed 7,318 runs in longer format. Indian captain has scored 27 centuries and 23 fifties in red-ball cricket. Moreover, he also has an aver of 53.4 when compared to Joe Root.

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Im source: AP