T20 World Cup 2022: "Bhai ne bola no ball hai..matlab no ball hai" - Pakistani fans accuse Virat Kohli of pressurizing umpires during India's match vs Bangladesh
Several Pakistani fans have pointed out how Team India's Virat Kohli got his way after demanding a no-ball for the second time in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2022 game against Bangladesh on Wednesday, November 2.
Hasan Mahmud's final ball of the 16th over was adjudged a bouncer, his second of the over, by square leg umpire Marais Erasmus.
Kohli, who faced the delivery, turned to the on-field official straightaway, suggesting that it was too high. Erasmus too was of the same opinion, ultimately signaling a no-ball.
Many Pakistani supporters took to social media, expressing displeasure over the call. They also highlighted how Kohli was awarded an over-the-waist no-ball against the Men in Green too in their opening encounter just because he had asked for it.
Here are some of the reactions:
umpire whenever kohli says it’s a no ball: #INDvsBAN https://t.co/KfSxdNVcHM
These damn spineless umpires need to stop pleasing Virat Kohli everytime he asks for a no ball. It’s becoming quite annoying actually. #INDvsBAN #T20worldcup22 @ICC
#Erasmus shld be ashamed off given 2nd No ball in tournament influence of #kohli 🤷🏻♂️
#T20worldcup22
This is the second time Virat Kohli has demanded a no ball in this tournament
#T20WorldCup
No one Kohli in every difficult condition
Ye no ball ha 🙂
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Kohli doing Batting and Umpiring at the same time what a talent 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 another great no ball signal from the talented umpire Kohli #INDvsBAN https://t.co/iLjjEQ3khx
@Dr_A_Choudhry I wish Mr. Erasmus was on twitter....he should be sharing the reward... https://t.co/cCL4WsNWNw
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@IrfanPathan Virat Kohli is the no.1 cheater in the world 🌍🤣🤬😏
What is this behaviour Kohli? I thought you are a true gentleman but 2nd time in the WorldCup you demand a No Ball from Umpair #INDvsBAN
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You Need No Ball You Can Call King Virat Kohli 👑⚡
“Ninja technique to score big? pressurise the umpire for no ball” - Virat Kohli
#INDvsBAN
Umpires ki kia zaroorat hai? Kohli bhaii hain na No ball lainay kay leay when needed 😎
Once a chetaer, always a cheater.
#INDvsBAN
Notably, even Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan wasn't pleased with the no-ball decision. He was spotted engaging in a discussion with Virat Kohli regarding the call. However, it didn't turn into a heated argument as the two cricket stars returned to their respective positions following a brief chat.
Virat Kohli shines with the bat against Bangladesh in T20 World Cup 2022
Virat Kohli has showcased stellar form at the ongoing showpiece event. The right-handed batter struck a fine half-centrury against Bangladesh, his third of the tournament.
The seasoned campaigner remained unbeaten on 64 off 44 balls, helping the Men in Blue register an impressive total of 184/6 in the crucial tie after being asked to bat first at the Adelaide Oval.
During his knock, Kohli also surpassed Mahela Jayawardene to become the leading run-getter in T20 World Cup history. The Sri Lankan batting legend previously held the top spot with 1016 runs in 31 innings.
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Virat Kohli becomes the leading run-scorer in ICC Men's #T20WorldCup history, overtaking Mahela Jayawardena 🌟
#INDvBAN https://t.co/pycC3qrfiW
It took Kohli just 25 innings to dethrone Jayawardene. The star batter has mustered 1065 runs in the competition at a fantastic average of 88.75. The player has been dismissed on only one occasion in his four appearances in the ongoing edition.