India’s star cricketer, Virat Kohli, had a fun chat with Australian PM Anthony Albanese. This was after India’s 295-run win over Australia in the first Test of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth. It was a record victory. The fun moment was during the Indian cricket team’s visit to the Australian Parliament House in Canberra. It was before their match against the Prime Minister’s XI on November 30.
A Historic Victory for Team India
India entered the series as underdogs. They lost 0-3 to New Zealand in a home Test series earlier this year. However, the team shocked everyone by dominating Australia in Perth. It was their largest-ever Test win on Australian soil.
Virat Kohli led from the front. He silenced critics with a stunning, unbeaten 30th Test century. It was his 7th in Australia, the most by any visiting batter in Test history. This match-winning knock ended his century drought in 2024. It also reminded the cricketing world of his ability to shine on the biggest stages.
Fun Banter with Australian PM
At the Parliament House reception, PM Anthony Albanese congratulated Kohli. He made a lighthearted reference to Australia’s struggles in the first Test.
Australian PM to Virat Kohli – “Good time in Perth. As if weren’t suffering enough at that point, that was just” Albanese said, referring to Kohli’s dominant innings.
Virat Kohli – With a cheeky smile, Kohli responded, “We’ve always gotta add our own spice to it.”
Australian PM – “Well Indian you know”.
The witty reply sparked laughter among players and officials, perfectly capturing Kohli’s playful side. The moment, captured on video, quickly gained traction on social media.
Australian PM to Virat Kohli – “Good time in Perth. As if weren’t suffering enough at that point, that was just”.
Virat Kohli – “We’ve always gotta add our own spice to it”.
Australian PM – “Well Indian you know”. pic.twitter.com/ci9t6u9auK
— Virat Kohli Fan Club (@Trend_VKohli) November 28, 2024
Challenges Ahead for Team India
Despite the Perth heroics, India faces new challenges. They are before the pink-ball Test in Adelaide on December 6. The Indian team has struggled in day-night Tests. This adds pressure to maintain their series lead.
Rohit Sharma, who missed the first Test due to the birth of his second child, is set to return as captain. However, an injury raises doubts about Shubman Gill’s availability. So, KL Rahul will likely keep the No. 3 spot despite recent struggles.
Key Match Stats and Highlights
- Focus Keyword Achievement: Virat Kohli Banter with Australian PM.
- Record-Breaking Performance: India’s 295-run win was their largest-ever Test victory in Australia.
- Virat Kohli Milestone: He scored his 30th Test century. It’s his 7th hundred in Australia, the most by any visiting batter.
- Next Match: India vs. Prime Minister’s XI on November 30 in Canberra.
