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Netizens label Virat Kohli as arrogant after he refuses a handshake at Kanpur hotel

Virat Kohli declines a handshake with hotel staff as both his hands were occupied.

Rahul Chauhanby Rahul Chauhan
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September 25, 2024
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Kohli, Gambhir and Pant in Kanpur

Kohli, Gambhir and Pant in Kanpur

The Indian team arrived in Kanpur on September 24 for the second match of the Test series against Bangladesh. Upon arrival, they were greeted with an overwhelming reception at their hotel, where staff and other attendees were present. Team India was welcomed with rudraksha malas and tilak at the entrance.

Virat Kohli’s awkward denial of a handshake in KanpurVirat Kohli declines a handshake with hotel staff as both his hands were occupied.

Most of the attendees were waiting to catch a glimpse of Virat Kohli, who was welcomed with a bouquet of flowers by the hotel staff. Meanwhile, one of the staff members approached Kohli for a handshake, but the cricketer awkwardly declined, saying, ‘Sir, do hi haath hain,’ which translates to ‘Sir, I have only two hands.’ Kohli’s reaction came as he was holding the bouquet in one hand and his luggage in the other.

As the video was published by an X handle, it didn’t go well with users. Many users called out Virat Kohli’s behavior and labeled him as arrogant. One user wrote that it was a once-in-a-lifetime moment for the person, and Kohli could have handed the flowers to another person to make his fan’s day.

Virat Kohli's welcome at the team's hotel in Kanpur. 🇮🇳pic.twitter.com/Fqt7QkNfkX

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 24, 2024

After the incident, Virat Kohli left for his room with a polite ‘thank you’ and an awkward smile. Kohli arrived in Kanpur alongside coach Gautam Gambhir and teammate Rishabh Pant. The trio had gone to their hometowns after the Chennai Test and then flew to Kanpur together. The rest of the Indian team also reached Kanpur on the same day.

ALSO WATCH: Virat Kohli’s Naagin Dance During Bangladesh Test Goes Viral

The second Test between India and Bangladesh will commence on September 27 at Kanpur’s Green Park Stadium. India currently lead the series 1-0, and the Kanpur Test will be the final match of the series. Following this, India will play a 3-match T20I series against Bangladesh, scheduled for October 6, 9, and 12.

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Rahul Chauhan

Rahul Chauhan

A sports enthusiast who follows Cricket and Football. I have been writing for SportsTime247 since 2019. I like to find stats and sometimes write articles regarding fantasy tips.

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