[VIDEO] Virat Kohli asks fan who likes foreign batsmen more than Indian batsmen to "leave India"

[Sam99]

Indian skipper Virat Kohli gave a stern reply to an Indian fan who told Kohli that he likes to see Australian and England batsmen in action rather than the Indian batsmen. Kohli told the fan to leave India and live somewhere else if this is the case. Kohli said the fan should not live in India and like other things. They should be loyal to their own country.

Pretty Rude from Kaptaan King Kohli.

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

Fortunately that fan didn't say that he likes to see Pakistani batsmen in action. Otherwise he would have celebrated this Diwali in Pakistan.

[Hasan123]

Poor comments from a sensible individual.

[TeamPak95]

He looked half serious in his response. Was this a typical Q&A session or something like a Jimmy Kimmel celebs reading mean tweets kinda thing?

[Sam99]

Kohli is good in nothing except for his batting i guess.

[WengerOut]

That was @Bilal7 tweeting as an Indian.

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

Kohli is good in nothing except for his batting i guess.

Batting and fitness. Nothing else.

[TM Riddle]

Kohli is an absolute tool. Should be stripped off his captaincy.

[thelandofthebravepeople]

What a stupid comment. So you like hollywood movies more then bollywood? Go live in USA fml.

[Syed1]

Should just keep his mouth shut and let his bat do the talking... always spews garbage whenever he opens it.

[DeadBall]

https://circleofcricket.com/category...-roger-federer

Paes should ask Virat to relocate to Switzerland too.

[asadee]

Which show was this in?

[Itachi]

Kohli is right. Conflict of interest comes to mind.

[Kohli, The King of Chase]

What?

Now cricket decides the citizenship?

Poor, rather I would say this is the worst comment I've heard from any cricketer, let alone Kohli.

Tbh, didn't expect this from Captain. No doubt he's such a poor captain.


You also go to Pak. When 100 cr were crying, you were shamelessly laughing with Pak players.

[Abdul]

I don't see anything wrong with what he said, pretty good response from him.

[TM Riddle]

Kohli is right. Conflict of interest comes to mind.

He is a big hypocrite since he himself supports German National football team.
And what about his own fans from foreign nations, should they leave their country of origin and move to India as well?

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

Kohli himself has praised Mohammed Amir and gifted his bat to him. He should have saved that praise for someone like Siddarth Kaul and gifted him a bat instead.

[WengerOut]

Kohli himself has praised Mohammed Amir and gifted his bat to him. He should have saved that praise for someone like Siddarth Kaul and gifted him a bat instead.

Kaul should only be gifted a bandana. Rest are useless for him.

[Mahee]

Aptly called "King"....if you're an Indian but do not like to see Indian batsmen in action, what's the use of you being an Indian and living in India

[TeymurBlake]

Fortunately that fan didn't say that he likes to see Pakistani batsmen in action. Otherwise he would have celebrated this Diwali in Pakistan.

LMAO. This made me chuckle very much.

[freelance_cricketer]

This is why he will never be able to replace Sachin.

[Kohli, The King of Chase]

I remember one Pak women cricket team player liking Kohli. May be she should come and join Indian women's team.

This is fullshirt from Kohli.

[asadee]

I remember one Pak women cricket team player liking Kohli. May be she should come and join Indian women's team.

This is fullshirt from Kohli.

Full shirt??

[Madplayer]

Full shirt??

He means B s.

On topic Kohli must be joking here.

[Snowflake]

I think he feels that he needs to come across as "macho" all the time. Every response and every action from him should shout aggression and confidence so that he can keep up with his persona.

This was a pretty silly response.

[Snowflake]

Kohli is right. Conflict of interest comes to mind.

If it comes down to people like you, half of the population would be kicked out from India.

Soch samajh ker baat kiya kero, yaar.

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

He should join PakPassion and post here in his free time.

[Swashbuckler]

Over reaction much? This is like Jimmy Kimmel's mean tweets edition where mean tweets are read to celebs who then come up with something funny/sarcastic in response. Of course Kohli isn't as witty as some of the Hollywood celebs so it comes out as unfunny and bratty. However he isn't the worst in this regard, some celebs legit even resort to abuses when they read such tweets in that segment .

[jiduguravindra]

He is short tempered guy...if he sees or hear anything he didn't like, the response from him will be very quick and he didn't think twice before he talks...iam pretty sure he didn't mean to say that in a serious manner...

[Sam99]

He is short tempered guy...if he sees or hear anything he didn't like, the response from him will be very quick and he didn't think twice before he talks...iam pretty sure he didn't mean to say that in a serious manner...

Agreed & he should try to talk less for such stuff.

[Proactive_]

"I don't think that you should live in our country and like other things"



What a clown.

[cricketworm]

Over reaction much? This is like Jimmy Kimmel's mean tweets edition where mean tweets are read to celebs who then come up with something funny/sarcastic in response. Of course Kohli isn't as witty as some of the Hollywood celebs so it comes out as unfunny and bratty. However he isn't the worst in this regard, some celebs legit even resort to abuses when they read such tweets in that segment .

THIS!

People need to see context.

[Hawkeye]

Over reaction much? This is like Jimmy Kimmel's mean tweets edition where mean tweets are read to celebs who then come up with something funny/sarcastic in response. Of course Kohli isn't as witty as some of the Hollywood celebs so it comes out as unfunny and bratty. However he isn't the worst in this regard, some celebs legit even resort to abuses when they read such tweets in that segment .

Correct.

Just from his tone and the way he was smiling, it's clear it's a fun program.

[Swashbuckler]

Wow desis really do not get sarcasm, reminds me of Tharoor's 'cattle class' comment a few years back which brought Indian politics to a standstill. Sarcasm, sense of humour---->utterly lacking in some. However must add that Anushka's acting skills haven't rubbed into Kohli at all .

[Canford Cliffs]

A tongue in cheek comment and a non-issue.

[Itachi]

If it comes down to people like you, half of the population would be kicked out from India.

Soch samajh ker baat kiya kero, yaar.

can't see anything wrong with it.

You studied in a country which is funded by the government. You are taking all the benefits. And when it comes down to show loyalty, you are going towards another entity.

Just simpler form, one is working in a pepsi and then branding coke as the better option. Nothing wrong with expressing opinion but in terms of conflict of interest, he will be kicked out.

[Snowflake]

Those trying to label this sarcasm need to get their heads out of the sand. There was absolutely no sarcasm there. He was clearly annoyed by the comment and took it to heart. As someone said, his short tempered nature got the better of him there.

[Snowflake]

can't see anything wrong with it.

You studied in a country which is funded by the government. You are taking all the benefits. And when it comes down to show loyalty, you are going towards another entity.

Just simpler form, one is working in a pepsi and then branding coke as the better option. Nothing wrong with expressing opinion but in terms of conflict of interest, he will be kicked out.

The poster wasn't pledging allegiance to anther country, FF S! He just said that he enjoys watching batsmen of other countries. Just his preference!

Where did all this kick him out the country business come from?

[Sachin136]

I remember one Pak women cricket team player liking Kohli. May be she should come and join Indian women's team.

This is fullshirt from Kohli.

That woman cricketer didn't say "I don't rate any Pakistani player, I only like Indian, English, and Australian players".

[El Generico]

Kohli is right. Conflict of interest comes to mind.

Conflict of interest for a fan lol? What harm can a fan supporting a non-Indian batsman cause?
@topic: I havent watched the video so maybe Kohli said it in jest otherwise this makes no sense.

[El Generico]

That woman cricketer didn't say "I don't rate any Pakistani player, I only like Indian, English, and Australian players".

Whats wrong with not rating anyone from your own cricket team?

[Swashbuckler]

Those trying to label this sarcasm need to get their heads out of the sand. There was absolutely no sarcasm there. He was clearly annoyed by the comment and took it to heart. As someone said, his short tempered nature got the better of him there.

That was a poor attempt at sarcasm because Kohli isn't witty and his dialogue delivery, voice modulation, face expressions aren't suitable for comic timing. I don't think he was short tempered there, come on this is a guy who was joking around with Pakistani players after a hammering in the 2017 CT final, a match where he failed miserably. Do you think a trollish tweet can unnerve him?

[Kohli, The King of Chase]

That woman cricketer didn't say "I don't rate any Pakistani player, I only like Indian, English, and Australian players".

Bro did the fan say i don't like Indians? He just said there's nothing special in Indian batsmen batting. How's that related to be a betrayer?

It's his personal opinion he like other batsmen.

Kohli wouldn't have meant it. But, the sad thing is people supporting his words.

[Hawkeye]

can't see anything wrong with it.

You studied in a country which is funded by the government. You are taking all the benefits. And when it comes down to show loyalty, you are going towards another entity.

Just simpler form, one is working in a pepsi and then branding coke as the better option. Nothing wrong with expressing opinion but in terms of conflict of interest, he will be kicked out.

What an extremist point of view, only ultra bigoted people have such viewpoints and I'm positive you most likely aren't one.

Should you be kicked out of your country for not liking IND dramas and only loving English TV seasons?

Just an example. Many people have this opinion.

[mastersaan10]

What a stupid poster though. Indian batting is one of the best ones right now and England is hit and miss . I am Pakistani but always watch India's batting.

[El Generico]

I am pretty shocked to see how many people seem to be supporting his statement.

Its crazy that your loyalty could be questioned because of what cricketers you like.

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

What a stupid poster though. Indian batting is one of the best ones right now and England is hit and miss . I am Pakistani but always watch India's batting.

What are you waiting for then? Come to India.

[Proactive_]

I am pretty shocked to see how many people seem to be supporting his statement.

Its crazy that your loyalty could be questioned because of what cricketers you like.

Welcome to the Indian superstar culture. Still remember Sanjay Dutt being celebrated as a hero when he came out of jail after serving a sentence concerning TERRORISM. That's how rotten things are in this country. Kohli can slap his fan on one cheek and they'll promptly show the other. That's just how it is here.

[IMMY69]

Just watched it.
Didn’t sound sarcastic to me...

Pretty poor from Kohli

[JattMaula]

Always knew our supreme leader was a fool. Nothing new just his inner dirtiness coming out.

[Hawkeye]

Welcome to the Indian superstar culture. Still remember Sanjay Dutt being celebrated as a hero when he came out of jail after serving a sentence concerning TERRORISM. That's how rotten things are in this country. Kohli can slap his fan on one cheek and they'll promptly show the other. That's just how it is here.

Because they were false allegations.

[Boi]

actually looked like shehzad talking there lol.

[Itachi]

The poster wasn't pledging allegiance to anther country, FF S! He just said that he enjoys watching batsmen of other countries. Just his preference!

Where did all this kick him out the country business come from?

Conflict of interest for a fan lol? What harm can a fan supporting a non-Indian batsman cause?
@topic: I havent watched the video so maybe Kohli said it in jest otherwise this makes no sense.

What an extremist point of view, only ultra bigoted people have such viewpoints and I'm positive you most likely aren't one.

Should you be kicked out of your country for not liking IND dramas and only loving English TV seasons?

Just an example. Many people have this opinion.

I'll try to explain.

Choice of words could make the same aspect better or worse.

The fan didn't only mention that he prefers non indian batsman but his choice of words were in the tone of condescending. "i prefer aus, nz bastman more than these indian."

You are not mentioning one individual here. You are talking about a group. And this condescending tone is a disrespect towards the system that is nurturing many future generations. They are working hard, sweating on the field and here, you have the audacity to disrespect all their effort.

If you prefer, it is ok. But it certainly crosses the line when you are disrespecting a system. You may disagree with it, but you shouldn't disrespect it.

[Hawkeye]

I'll try to explain.

Choice of words could make the same aspect better or worse.

The fan didn't only mention that he prefers non indian batsman but his choice of words were in the tone of condescending. "i prefer aus, nz bastman more than these indian."

You are not mentioning one individual here. You are talking about a group. And this condescending tone is a disrespect towards the system that is nurturing many future generations. They are working hard, sweating on the field and here, you have the audacity to disrespect all their effort.

If you prefer, it is ok. But it certainly crosses the line when you are disrespecting a system. You may disagree with it, but you shouldn't disrespect it.

The fan has every right to disagree, disrespect, whatever it wants to do with a team, sport, film industry, drama industry, etc.

And still be loyal to country. Don't stoop to bigotry.

[Mirpur express]

He has earned the right to silence some trolls his way..

[Nikhil_cric]

The fan has every right to disagree, disrespect, whatever it wants to do with a team, sport, film industry, drama industry, etc.

And still be loyal to country. Don't stoop to bigotry, we already have enough like @Syed1

Agreed. Not sure why celebrities think they are entitled to anyone's support.

[Aman]

Amazing batsmen, but such an unlikable idiot.

[Itachi]

The fan has every right to disagree, disrespect, whatever it wants to do with a team, sport, film industry, drama industry, etc.

And still be loyal to country. Don't stoop to bigotry.

I disagree here.

Disagreeing and disrespectful are two different aspects. You can disrespect an individual but you shouldn't disrespect an institution.

If the fan had a dig at Kohli, it was perfectly valid. But he went far beyond that and thats where it triggered kohli. I feel the same.

[Proactive_]

Because they were false allegations.

The point was concerning the superstar culture in the country.

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

If I am not wrong Virat got married in Italy? He disrespected India, our fans and our Grade A media by choosing Italy as his marriage destination.

[Canford Cliffs]

Just watched the video. The question that was asked to him was in very poor state. Question was "He is an overrated batsman and Aussies/Eng batters are better than this Indians"

If you think Kohli is overrated why would you would even bother asking him question in 1st place?

The tone of the question or atleast the way Kohli was reading it sounds very rude. Anyone will get angry. Reminds me of that SA journalist.

[Sam99]

If I am not wrong Virat got married in Italy? He disrespected India, our fans and our Grade A media by choosing Italy as his marriage destination.

Had Herschelle Gibbs as his idol.
Virat drinks water from evian (france company)
Supports other country's football teams.

[Sam99]

Just watched the video. The question that was asked to him was in very poor state. Question was "He is an overrated batsman and Aussies/Eng batters are better than this Indians"

If you think Kohli is overrated why would you would even bother asking him question in 1st place?

The tone of the question or atleast the way Kohli was reading it sounds very rude. Anyone will get angry. Reminds me of that SA journalist.

I think it was "Indian batsman are overrated" & not just virat.

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

Just watched the video. The question that was asked to him was in very poor state. Question was "He is an overrated batsman and Aussies/Eng batters are better than this Indians"

If you think Kohli is overrated why would you would even bother asking him question in 1st place?

The tone of the question or atleast the way Kohli was reading it sounds very rude. Anyone will get angry. Reminds me of that SA journalist.

Now imagine how Sachin would have replied to that question.

@Hawkeye

[Canford Cliffs]

I think it was "Indian batsman are overrated" & not just virat.

Yes even if that is the case...anyone will get angry. You are asking a question to Indian captain saying all Indian batsmen are overrated...what is the response you expect? Its like you are the head chef in a restaurant and someone says all your cook's are rubbish. His reponse would be...okay pal take a hike and find another restaurant then.

But as usual people are losing the plot here and bringing his marriage in Italy, whether he drinks French imported water etc.

Someone even went to Sanjay Dutt

[Sam99]

Yes even if that is the case...anyone will get angry. You are asking a question to Indian captain saying all Indian batsmen are overrated...what is the response you expect? Its like you are the head chef in a restaurant and someone says all your cook's are rubbish. His reponse would be...okay pal take a hike and find another restaurant then.

But as usual people are losing the plot here and bringing his marriage in Italy, whether he drinks French imported water etc.

Someone even went to Sanjay Dutt

lol but he is such big star and should be able to ignore such comments made on him. Every person gets negative remarks on them and this is not the way he should reply & kohli's past record as person is not too good (kumble saga, fighting with reporters etc). Best way for Kohli is to ignore it i feel.

[rhony]

I think he genuinely hates the fans. I watched many interviews where he denigrated the way fans react when they see him in public places. He just wants runs, records and bags of money with no fans peppering him with praise or ridicule.

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

Yes even if that is the case...anyone will get angry. You are asking a question to Indian captain saying all Indian batsmen are overrated...what is the response you expect? Its like you are the head chef in a restaurant and someone says all your cook's are rubbish. His reponse would be...okay pal take a hike and find another restaurant then.

But as usual people are losing the plot here and bringing his marriage in Italy, whether he drinks French imported water etc.

Someone even went to Sanjay Dutt

Best of luck for your upcoming movie with Shahrukh Khan.

[Michael Chopra]

Pretty unexpected from him. A star shouldn't be talking like this.

[Canford Cliffs]

Best of luck for your upcoming movie with Shahrukh Khan.

Not much into Bollywood bro but anyway let me know how it goes.

[SarfiBabarHaris]

Saw the video and clearly he was not happy and wasn't joking as he said that he didn't mind the poster not liking him but he should live in another country.

Embarrassing reply and even more embarrassing is the defense here.

In this way, all Indian football fans who enjoy foreign footballers more than Indian ones should leave the country. Lmao!

[Sherlock]

I'm sure he wasn't serious, but if he was someone should ask him what clothes he chooses to wear, which phone he uses and what car he drives...pretty sure none of those answers will have a nationalistic conclusion.

[slice]

can't see anything wrong with it.

You studied in a country which is funded by the government. You are taking all the benefits. And when it comes down to show loyalty, you are going towards another entity.

Just simpler form, one is working in a pepsi and then branding coke as the better option. Nothing wrong with expressing opinion but in terms of conflict of interest, he will be kicked out.

Citizenship does not depend upon what team you are supporting or what type of cuisine you like or.... just get the point.
High treason could be the only thing for which one could be kicked out of the country.

[Tusker]

That was @Bilal7 tweeting as an Indian.

The first name that came to my mind was it was @Proactive_ not Bilal.

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

Saw the video and clearly he was not happy and wasn't joking as he said that he didn't mind the poster not liking him but he should live in another country.

Embarrassing reply and even more embarrassing is the defense here.

In this way, all Indian football fans who enjoy foreign footballers more than Indian ones should leave the country. Lmao!

He should cancel his deal with Puma and start promoting indian shoe companies. Would love to see him wearing Paragon Chappal and Lakhani Shoes.

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

I'm sure he wasn't serious, but if he was someone should ask him what clothes he chooses to wear, which phone he uses and what car he drives...pretty sure none of those answers will have a nationalistic conclusion.

He is a true indian.

Clothes : Dhoti, Lungi, Kurta
Mobile : Jio
Car : Tata Nano
Biscuit : Parle G
Fast Food : Patanjali Atta Noodles
Atta : Shakti Bhog
Perfume : Gulab and Mogra Attar

[Third_Umpire]

Nothing so wrong with what he said, he said it jokingly anyway. If anything, the fan is a joker for thinking there's nothing special with Kohli's batting...

[Hawkeye]

Now imagine how Sachin would have replied to that question.

@Hawkeye

I still think Kohli wasn't too serious here. Or if he was, just in the heat of the moment. If he's asked about it with a cool mind, he'd be embarrassed over his answer.

If he's not, then he's clearly wrong.

SRT would have dodged this question, while deep in his heart would've been abusing the question asker.

[Sam99]

He is a true indian.

Clothes : Dhoti, Lungi, Kurta
Mobile : Jio
Car : Tata Nano
Biscuit : Parle G
Fast Food : Patanjali Atta Noodles
Atta : Shakti Bhog
Perfume : Gulab and Mogra Attar

& you forgot most imp - he abuses in pure desi shoodh indian language.

[Titan24]

I didn't expect such statement from the current version of Kohli. Might have expected from the Kohli of 6-7 years ago but not now.