Kohli has said that cricket returning to TV screens all over the world would provide some much-needed entertainment to the people, who have been in lockdown as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The fast-spreading disease has halted sporting activities throughout the world, with cricket across the globe taking a huge hit as well.
In the show ‘Cricket Connected’ on Star Sports, Virat Kohli explained why bringing back cricket is necessary for the Indian public, but stressed on the fact that it should be done only at an appropriate time.
The RCB skipper, however, admitted the fact that magical moments will be hard to create without the fans chanting their names. According to him, the emotions will not be the same in stadiums without any crowds.
However, Kohli said that the situation won’t diminish the intensity with which the players normally take to the field, and that everyone will give their 100 per cent once they enter the cricket field. He said:
‘Difficult to play in empty stadiums,’ says Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli is one of the biggest sporting icons in the country and carries a huge fan-base among kids and younger generation. Although he is in favour of cricket returning in empty stadiums, he also said that it would be difficult for players to get used to the same.
While interacting with the kids on the show, he stated how his childhood memories of playing in front of empty stadiums or without fans will come in handy, and that it will take everyone back in time.
Kohli said:
Virat Kohli also said that the team will adhere to the rules and regulations that will be put in place by the BCCI in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. He explained that the fans will at least be able to watch cricketers play live on television, which according to him will be encouraging in itself.
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