Virat Kohli, the former Indian cricket captain, found himself in a controversy upon his arrival in Melbourne ahead of the Boxing Day Test against Australia.
Known for his fierce loyalty to his family, Kohli reportedly had a heated exchange with a TV journalist, sparking headlines. The incident unfolded when Kohli believed cameras were being directed at his children without his consent.
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Why did Virat Kohli confront the journalist?
The altercation reportedly began when Kohli noticed cameras aimed at him and his family at the Melbourne airport. A report by Channel 7 highlighted that Kohli mistook the situation as an attempt to film his children without permission.
As a protective father, Kohli immediately expressed his displeasure, stating, “With my kids, I need some privacy. You just can’t film without asking me.”
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Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli has been involved in a fiery confrontation at Melbourne Airport. @theodrop has the details. https://t.co/5zYfOfGqUb #AUSvIND #7NEWS pic.twitter.com/uXqGzmMAJi
— 7NEWS Melbourne (@7NewsMelbourne) December 19, 2024
How was the misunderstanding resolved between kohli and the journalist?
Following the heated exchange, the journalist and the cameraperson clarified that they were not attempting to film Kohli’s children. The air was cleared, and Kohli seemed satisfied with the explanation.
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In a gesture of goodwill, the cricketer shook hands with the Channel 7 team before departing.
