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'Johri hi janta hai heere ki keemat' - Fans react as MEA S Jaishankar expresses his admiration for ex-India skipper Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli, the Indian cricketer, continues to be undeniably one of the most revered sports figures in the nation, transcending generations. The 35-year-old has found admiration even from External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

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Virat Kohli, the Indian cricketer, continues to be undeniably one of the most revered sports figures in the nation, transcending generations. The 35-year-old has found admiration even from External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who aptly described Kohli as the embodiment of "distilled competitiveness."

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In a recent media interaction, Jaishankar reiterated his fandom for Kohli, stating, "I am a fan of Virat Kohli and admire him a lot." This isn't the first time Jaishankar has publicly praised the former Indian cricket captain. A few months earlier, he highlighted Kohli's competitiveness, emphasising how it resonated with the highly competitive nature of his line of work in politics and diplomacy.

During an event in Bengaluru, Jaishankar remarked, "First of all, let me say, I am also a fan of Virat Kohli. I admire him most of all because my line of work, whether it is politics or diplomacy, is a very competitive line of work, and to me, he is distilled competitiveness when I see him there."

The external affairs minister's comments reflect a personal appreciation for Kohli's cricketing prowess and draw parallels between the competitive spirit required in sports and diplomatic endeavours. In November 2023, Jaishankar presented a bat signed by Kohli to United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak during his visit to the country, extending Diwali wishes on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Virat Kohli, currently expecting his second child, has been a symbol of excellence in Indian cricket. Despite missing out on the ongoing five-match Test series againstย England, his impact on the sport and his influence beyond the cricketing arena continues to draw admiration. Jaishankar's gesture of presenting a signed bat to a foreign dignitary underscores the global recognition of Kohli's stature as an international cricket icon.

As Kohli navigates his personal life and cricketing career, the words of praise from S. Jaishankar further affirm the cricketer's status as a revered and respected figure in Indian sports. The convergence of diplomacy and cricket through such interactions highlights the transcendent influence that sports personalities like Kohli have on diverse aspects of society, including international relations.

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Here is how fans react to S. Jaishankar's comments:

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