Without a doubt, one of the most adored cricket players in the world is Virat Kohli, the star batsman for India. The 34-year-old has a huge fan base all around the world, but particularly in India. His incredible performances for team India have won him millions of admirers throughout the years.
Thousands of fans are seen screaming Virat Kohli’s name whenever he goes on strike as the Indian side faces off in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023. This support for Kohli is also obvious in the sales of his shirt.
As India prepares to play South Africa, it’s important to remember that both teams will play each other in the 37th match of the competition on Sunday, November 5, at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
Several store owners at Kolkata’s Maiden Market claim that Virat Kohli’s jersey sales have increased dramatically.
This year, there has been a huge demand for jerseys, with most people requesting jersey 18. I have substituted Virat Kohli name and number on shirts bearing the names and numbers of other players. I have about 1,500 of these jerseys right now, and I think I can sell them all by Sunday afternoon,” the Times of India cited a store owner at the Maidan market as saying.
In addition, jersey sales in the official Adidas stores have been exceptionally strong in addition to Maidan Market. The demand for Virat Kohli name and number on the jerseys has been strong, according to the silk screen operators.
India hopes to extend its winning streak.
Regarding India’s efforts in the ODI World Cup 2023, the team has so far displayed outstanding cricketing action. India has participated in six competition games thus far, winning each one handily. On Thursday, November 2, they will play their next match, the 33rd game of the tournament, against Sri Lanka.