IND vs AUS [WATCH]: Virat Kohli teases Marnus Labuschagne during the Rajkot ODI; netizens react

The ongoing 3rd ODI clash between India and Australia in Rajkot took an entertaining turn when Indian cricket stalwart Virat Kohli injected a dose of lightheartedness into the game by teasing Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne. The incident occurred amidst the sweltering heat, a🦋nd it quickly became a viral sensation, sparking reactions f🍬rom fans and netizens worldwide.

As the scorching sun challenged the Australian team’s resilience, Kohli engaged in some playful banter. It happened when Australian star Steve Smith was 💎seen seeking relief by placing an ♕ice pack on his head during the drinks break.

During that moment, Kohli decided to add a touch of humour to the proceedings by teasing the Aussies. With Labuschagne was spotted observing the scene, Kohli displayed his humorous side by showcasing a few dance moves. The light-hearted interaction between the two players was a delightful departure from the intense competition on the fi♊eld.

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Here is the video:

When GOATs take a break 🕺🫶

— JioCinema (@JioCinema)

Notably, Smith had a mixed start to the series, scoring a respectable 41 runs in Mohali. However, he was dismissed without contributing a single run in the following game. Nevertheless, the former Australian captain showed grit and determination when he stepped onto the field in Rajkot. He accomplished a remarkable half-century in just 43 balls and was looking set to cruise further. However, his innings came to an end when he fell victim to Mohammed Siraj‘s LBW appeal, scoring 74 runs off 61 deliveries.

Meanwhile, Kohli made his return to the Indian side in Rajkot, along with skipper Rohit Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav. The trio had been rested for the first two ODIs in Mohali and Indore, where♌ the hosts🌼 secured victories by 5 wickets and 99 runs (via DLS) respectively.

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Here’s how netizens reacted:

Virat Kohli teasing Marnus Labuschagne during th𝓰e drinks break.

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra)

Virat 🃏Kohli and Marnus Labuscha🦩gne having fun during drinks break.

King Kohli – What a lovely character he is!

— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh)

Virat dancing and poking Marnus with Smith on🐈 the 𝐆chair sums up the game 😂

— Saurabh Malhotra (@MalhotraSaurabh)

Virat Kohli having𒐪 fun with Marnus Labusch𝔍agne. He’s so chill😂

— NamasteWorld (@NamasteWorlds)

Virat Kohli dancing in front of Marnus Labuschagne. He's some character 😅♥️♥️

— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan)

Vira🌊t Kohli teasing Marnus Labuschagne during the drinks break. 🐐

— Rooban 360 (@360_Rooban)

Virat Kohli – what a character!

He's having fun with Marnus Labuschagne while Steven Smith is chilling in the hot afternoon.

— Dheeraj Pal (@dheerajpal09)

VIRAT Kohli and Marnus Labusch🐲agne having fun during the drink break 😂😂

— CricketX (@cricket5618)

Vꦯirat kohli having a chat with marn𝓰us, he also dances in the middle while talking😂❤

— Haritha🤍 (@Haritha1622826)

Virat Kohli teasing Marnus Labuschagn♕e 🤣🤣ꦇ��🤣🤣

— Sohaib Zafar (@_SohaibZafar)

Virat Kohli dancing in front of Marnus Labuschagne. He enjoys every moment 😅♥️♥️ Welcome to Indi💞a iOS 17.0.2 Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli

— Syed Samee (@sameecricket360)

Udhar Smith ko glucose chare hue hai aor idr Kohli, Marnus ke saath m🐓a🧸ste kar raha hai

— ➰ (@Vibebouncer)

Virat Kohli teasing Marnus Labuschagne is fun😂
King Kohli is a character😅

— Akshat Goyal (@AkshatG63316497)