IPL 2024: Virat Kohli Unhappy with Fans booing Hardik Pandya, urges to support MI captain - Watch

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Virat Kohli was unhappy with the fans during the IPL 2024 clash at the Wankhede Stadium between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Mumbai Indians on Thursday (April 11).

Virat Kohli's gesture towards the crowd, showing disapproval of their negative reaction towards Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya, caught everyone's attention.

The change in leadership from Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya for Mumbai Indians ahead of the tournament had already stirred mixed feelings among fans. This sentiment was evident as Hardik has been booed by MI fans throughout this season, and it continued in the same fashion until Virat Kohli's intervention.

Kohli's prompt gesture to discourage the booing and encourage support for Hardik was met with immediate change, turning the crowd's jeers into cheers. Hardik Pandya hit three sixes in his unbeaten knock of 21 runs and the crowd responded with a 'Hardik Hardik' cheer in the stands.

The act of sportsmanship by Kohli not only showcased his leadership but also emphasized the spirit of cricket. The class act of Kohli since has gone viral on social media as fans hailed the RCB star for his support for Hardik Pandya.

The match also highlighted stellar performances from Mumbai Indians who secured an easy victory over RCB. contributions from Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, and a remarkable five-wicket haul by Jasprit Bumrah sealed the deal for the Paltans who have now registered consecutive victories after starting the season with three defeats.