Virat Kohli Shows Support to Babar Azam Ahead of Champions Trophy Clash
Ahead of the highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match between India and Pakistan, Virat Kohli shared a heartwarming moment with Pakistan’s Babar Azam at the Dubai International Stadium. As Babar walked out to the middle with Imam-ul-Haq, Kohli patted him on the back and exchanged pleasantries with the former Pakistan captain.
The gesture quickly gained attention on social media, with fans praising Kohli’s sportsmanship. One user commented, “Friendship,” while another wrote, “That’s why we love Kohli.”
The bond between the two cricketing giants is well-known, with Babar showing support for Kohli during his form struggles in 2022. Kohli reciprocated by sending his best wishes to Babar.
Despite their friendship, the match was crucial for both teams, with Pakistan aiming to bounce back from a loss to New Zealand in their opening game.