Some of the biggest digital stars, including MrBeast, Logan Paul, and KSI, touched down in India on Sunday, November 11, to launch their respective brands, “Feastables” and “Prime.” Their arrival created an immediate buzz, particularly as MrBeast surprised fans by following Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli and his wife, Anushka Sharma, on Instagram. This simple gesture caused quite a stir, with fans eagerly speculating about a possible collaboration.
The excitement soared when an Instagram post highlighted MrBeast’s follow, and he chimed in with a comment: “Should we have Kohli in a video?” The suggestion instantly went viral, with thousands of fans expressing their excitement at the idea of Kohli appearing in one of MrBeast’s famous videos. A collaboration of this nature would be groundbreaking, blending sports and digital entertainment in a way that hasn’t been done before.
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Meanwhile, Team India is in full preparation mode for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia, with the first Test slated to begin on November 22. There’s been considerable talk around the form of India’s star batters, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, particularly after former Australia captain Ricky Ponting questioned Kohli’s recent performances.
MrBeast, the American YouTuber, hints at featuring Virat Kohli in a future video 👀 pic.twitter.com/Tk5A8kqOUp
— CricketGully (@thecricketgully) November 11, 2024
Ricky Ponting suggested that Kohli’s stats over the last few years wouldn’t secure a spot in any other international team, a comment that raised eyebrows in cricketing circles. In response, India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir defended Kohli and Rohit, dismissing Ponting’s remarks.
Gautam Gambhir urged Ponting to focus on Australian cricket, emphasizing that Kohli and Rohit are immensely resilient players who have already contributed greatly to Indian cricket. “They’re tough, dedicated, and still passionate about achieving more,” Gambhir remarked, expressing full confidence in the duo’s ability to perform under pressure.
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Kohli has already arrived in Perth, gearing up for the highly anticipated series against Australia. With the buzz surrounding both his performance and his potential crossover with digital stars, Kohli’s presence in Australia is adding a new level of excitement for cricket and entertainment fans alike.