First India set out for them white ball tour of australiaAn emotional yet heart-touching moment unfolded at the Delhi airport. senior stars Rohit Sharma And Virat KohliPillars of Indian cricket for over a decade shared a touching sentiment that summed up the team’s spirit ahead of the series. Both of them were part of the first batch to board the flight Shubman Gill, Arshdeep Singh And others. Fans gathered at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in the hope of catching a glimpse of their cricket idols. As the BCCI cameras rolled, they captured an exchange that quickly went viral online.
Rohit Sharma pays emotional tribute to Virat Kohli by bowing and warmly hugging him before Australia tour 2025
Before entering the team bus, Rohit noticed Kohli already seated and in a simple but meaningful act, bowed lightly before giving him a warm hug. The exchange, which was captured by the BCCI, reflects the years of camaraderie and mutual admiration between India’s most famous batting pair. Their reunion was the first meeting after the Champions Trophy final, and the gesture soon became a symbol of harmony within Indian cricket.
Rohit’s bow was not one of submission but of deep respect, a recognition of Kohli’s stature and their shared journey from young prodigy to global icon. Kohli responded with a smile and a friendly pat, showing that the respect was mutual. Both players, now in the final stages of their white-ball careers, understood the importance of the moment. For fans watching, it was a quiet reassurance that their bond remains unbreakable despite the leadership change. His laughter and relaxed body language inside the bus created a positive atmosphere for the team’s upcoming tour.
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Shubman Gill’s playful entry brings a light mood
Moments earlier at the airport, Rohit got a pleasant surprise from Gill, India’s new ODI captain. Coming from behind, Gill playfully placed his hand on Rohit’s shoulder, causing a burst of laughter between the two. “Hey, Gil! How are you, brother?” Rohit said as he hugged the youngster in a light-hearted reunion. This exchange demonstrated how experience and youth now mesh seamlessly in the Indian system.
Gill’s confidence in greeting his superior so casually showed a refreshing dynamism of respect without any distance. Later, he welcomed Kohli equally warmly before boarding the bus Shreyas Iyer Saw smiling from the nearby seat. Casual conversations indicate a team environment that values relationships as much as competition. Even though the baton of leadership has passed, harmony remains the foundation of India’s unity. For a team embarking on a tough tour, these small moments of laughter and friendship symbolize the perfect harmony of balance, heritage and fresh ambition that defines modern Indian cricket.
