Virat Kohli’s much-anticipated Ranji Trophy return took an unexpected turn after he was dismissed for just 6 runs by Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan. However, the frustration of Kohli’s passionate fans led to mistaken identity chaos on social media, as several unrelated individuals named ‘Himanshu Sangwan’ faced unwarranted abuse online.
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Kohli’s Short Stay at the Crease
Returning to domestic cricket for the first time in 12 years, Kohli was greeted with a record crowd at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Fans erupted in thunderous applause as he walked out to bat on Day 2 following Yash Dhull’s dismissal.
However, the euphoria was short-lived as Himanshu Sangwan produced a sensational delivery, rattling Kohli’s stumps. The Railways pacer followed it up with a fierce send-off, which didn’t sit well with Kohli’s ardent supporters.
Wrong ‘Himanshu Sangwan’ Targeted
🔥 Angry Kohli fans took to social media to vent their frustration at Sangwan’s celebration. However, in a bizarre turn of events, they mistakenly targeted other individuals named Himanshu Sangwan, flooding their accounts with abusive messages and trolling.
📌 One of the wrongly accused individuals had to clarify on social media that he had no connection with the Railways pacer, urging fans to stop the harassment.
This incident once again highlights how mob outrage on social media can spiral out of control, often with unintended consequences.
Delhi Fights Back After Kohli’s Dismissal
Despite Kohli’s early exit, Delhi’s captain Ayush Badoni led a remarkable fightback, scoring a crucial 99 off 77 balls. His counter-attacking innings helped Delhi cross the 200-run mark, responding to Railways’ first-innings total of 241.
Para-Military Deployed for Kohli’s Security
📌 Security concerns heightened at the stadium when a fan breached the barricades and ran onto the field to touch Kohli’s feet during Railways’ innings.
📌 The incident triggered an immediate security alert, prompting officials to deploy para-military forces at the Arun Jaitley Stadium to ensure Kohli’s safety.
Despite the breach, Kohli remained calm and requested leniency for the fan, showcasing his humility and deep connection with his supporters.
With the Ranji Trophy gaining unprecedented attention, Kohli’s presence has reignited passion for red-ball cricket, though it has also brought unwanted chaos both online and offline.