On Day 5 of the gripping India vs New Zealand first Test at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, Virat Kohli—in true showman style—was seen urging the crowd to get louder and cheer for the Indian bowlers as they took to the field to defend a small target of 107 runs. Kohli, known for his energy and passion, especially at Chinnaswamy Stadium, the home ground of his IPL team Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), had the stadium buzzing with excitement as he orchestrated the chants from the stands.
The match has now entered a crucial phase with New Zealand at 9/1, having lost their captain Tom Latham early to a brilliant Jasprit Bumrah delivery. The electric atmosphere in the stadium is adding to the drama as India looks to make early inroads and restrict New Zealand from achieving the target.
Chinnaswamy Stadium, often regarded as Kohli’s fortress due to his deep association with RCB, transformed into a theatre of noise, with fans following their captain’s lead, chanting louder and louder to fuel the Indian bowlers. Kohli’s energy and the crowd’s unwavering support are sure to give India a psychological edge as they look to script a memorable win.
With New Zealand needing 107 runs to win and the Indian bowlers already drawing first blood, Day 5 promises to be a thrilling spectacle.
