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Watch: Virat Kohli craze sweeps Bengaluru, cops thrilled to meet star cricketer

A recent viral video showcases the charismatic cricketer's arrival at a university campus, provoking an ecstatic response from his ardent fans

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Virat Kohli, the star batsman of the Indian cricket team, is diligently preparing for the demanding cricket schedule that lies ahead. Commencing on September 2, India will embark on a mission to triumph in the Asia Cup, followed by a determined effort to conquer other formidable teams in their quest for victory in the ODI World Cup, which will be held on home soil. 

Presently, the Indian cricket team members are stationed in Karnataka, engaging in a rigorous training camp in preparation for the Asia Cup. The players are undergoing a series of fitness assessments and tests, ensuring that they are in optimal condition for the challenges that lie ahead.

Kohli, renowned as one of the most physically fit athletes globally, effortlessly aced the Yo-Yo test. Displaying his triumph on Instagram, the former captain of the Indian cricket team shared a captivating snapshot of himself, sprawled on the ground immediately after the rigorous fitness examination. Alongside the image, Kohli proudly disclosed his remarkable Yo-Yo test score, an impressive 17.2. According to reports, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) mandates a minimum score of 16.5 for players undertaking the Yo-Yo test.

Beyond his exceptional sporting prowess, Kohli continues to captivate attention off the field. A recent viral video showcases the charismatic cricketer's arrival at a university campus, provoking an ecstatic response from his ardent fans. The security personnel assigned to safeguard the event faced a formidable challenge in restraining the zealous crowd, as even the police officers themselves were compelled to seize the opportunity and capture cherished moments with the revered former Indian captain.

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The Asia Cup is set to kick off with an exhilarating match between Pakistan and Nepal in Multan, Pakistan, on August 30th. Anticipation reaches its peak as the highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash is scheduled to take place in Kandy, Sri Lanka, on September 2nd. Adding to the excitement, India will also face Nepal in another group-stage match on September 4th at the same venue.

Pakistan has the honor of hosting three group stage matches and one Super Four stage match, while the remainder of the tournament will be held in Sri Lanka. The grand finale is slated to take place in Colombo on September 17th, promising a thrilling conclusion to this prestigious event.

READ| Asia Cup 2023: After Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya also pass Yo-Yo test; KL Rahul left out

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