The Afghanistan bowler Naveen-ul-Haq has, at last, responded to the persistent “Kohli, Kohli” chants that have followed him throughout the IPL 2023. After a heated argument with Virat Kohli on May 1 in Lucknow. Naveen-ul-Haq has been the target of constant taunting from Indian stadium patrons. Naveen-ul-Haq’s statement on the virat kohli chants is in the headlines.
The well-known slogan rang out throughout the game on Wednesday, whether someone was bowling, hitting, or fielding at the boundary.
Krunal Pandya’s early troubles with spin bowling throughout the game were apparent, and both Rohit Sharma and Ishan Kishan profited from them. Paving the way for the jubilant audience that had assembled to cheer the five-time winners.
Krunal gave the ball to Naveen-ul-Haq after realizing that something needed to change, which elicited a chorus of “Kohli” shouts from the spectators. Even Rohit Sharma was praised for his strong beginning. But as Naveen was about to bowl the fourth over, the crowd’s focus quickly changed. As Naveen neared the crease, “Kohli… Kohli” cheers erupted across the crowd.
Naveen-ul-Haq, however, had an odd reaction to the jeering mob. On the second delivery of the over, he took advantage of the situation and caught Rohit Sharma at cover, dismissing him. Naveen-ul-Haq’s statement on the Virat Kohli chants caught everyone’s attention.
Naveen rejoiced by symbolically blocking off the sounds from the audience by inserting two fingers in his ears in a rebellious gesture. The first innings’ main theme was this back-and-forth discussion between Naveen and the Chepauk fans.
Naveen-ul-Haq’s statement:
Naveen-ul-Haq insists that he enjoys the experience despite the shouts. The fact that everyone in the audience is screaming either Kohli’s name or the name of any other player is something he likes because it motivates him to give his all for his side.
“I appreciate that everyone in the stadium is singing his name or the name of any other player. My desire to do well for my team fuels my drive. I don’t pay attention to the commotion outside. I only concentrate on my own cricket. It’s not as if the chants of the audience or whatever anyone says don’t bother me.
“As professional athletes, you must accept it with grace. One day you won’t give the team your all, and these supporters will let you know it. The same fans will cheer your name when you do something great for your team on another day.
Naveen-ul-Haq underlines that he is unfazed by outside sounds, nevertheless. He understands the fundamentals of being a professional athlete, thus his only concern is with his own performance.
The same supporters who are harassing him will gladly condemn him on days when his performance is subpar, he admits. On the other hand, there will be times when he performs amazing exploits for his team, inspiring those very supporters to scream his name.
While the theatrics used in that single game may be what most fans remember Naveen-ul-Haq. It is important to note his consistently outstanding play throughout the IPL 2023. Naveen definitely had a big influence. Finishing the competition with a total of 11 wickets, four of which were picked up on Wednesday.
