‌SA vs IND | Twitter praises Kohli for hyping Newlands crowd to pay tribute to Dean Elgar

01/03/2024

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There’s a reason why cricket is called the Gentleman’s game and Virat Kohli’s heart-warming gesture towards the Dean Elgar justified the age-old statement. After the Proteas veteran was dismissed for the final time in Test cricket, Kohli brought the crowd to their feet to pay tribute to the veteran.

The first day of the second Test between South Africa and India saw the third innings unfurl in the final session after both teams ended up bundling one another in a space of 58.1 overs. However, South Africa’s second innings also saw Dean Elgar bat for the final time in his decorated career leading the path for an iconic gesture from Virat Kohli.

The Proteas openers, Aiden Markram and Elgar had a watchful start against the Indian pacers but could not extend the run past the 10th over as Mukesh Kumar got the first breakthrough after outsmarting the stand-in skipper for 12 off 28 deliveries. Elgar went dismissed in his typical pattern where he caught the outside edge on a good length delivery that nibbled around the fourth stump line to give a catch to Virat Kohli at first slip.

Soon after the dismissal, the former Indian captain went towards Elgar, patted on his head and hugged him. He also signaled towards the crowd to get on their feet and give the gutsy batter a deserving standing ovation. The Indian dressing room and all other Indian players including the ones in dugout strolled towards Elgar and paid a tribute as he trudged off the field.

The Twitter community abided by the on-field instructions of Kohli and took to social media to share their opinions on this iconic moment.

How can you hate this man!

Virat Kohli bowing down to Dean Elgar after his final Test innings.

- King Kohli, truly an ambassador of the game...!!! 🐐
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra)

That's Virat Kohli for you!

Virat Kohli giving a perfect tribute to Dean Elgar.

- Truly a great moment, Kohli. 👌🫡
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns)

King Kohli for a reason!

Virat Kohli hugged and congratulated Dean Elgar on a fantastic career.

- Thank you, Elgar..!!!
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra)

That shows his respect!

Virat Kohli asked all his teammates not to celebrate the wicket of Dean Elgar and to respect him.

Such a gentleman he is. ❤️
— Rohit Sharma Selfless Academy (@SelflessRohit)

What a great gesture!

Virat Kohli asking the crowd to bow down to dean elgar. Moment of the series
— ` (@chixxsays)

Guy with golden heart!

Virat Kohli asked the crowd to bow down to dean elgar. We stan the right man 🤍
— leisha (@katyxkohli17)

He deserves it!

Virat Kohli asked all his teammates not to celebrate the wicket of Dean Elgar and to respect him.

Such a gentleman he is. ❤️
— VK 18 fan (@Deba3264)

He did well in his career!

Not a good end of his career 💔

Just 16 runs in both innings 🥹

Wishing you great health and wellness for your future ❤️

You will be always remembered for this cap 🧢 🫡 …
— Imran Hassan (@ImranHassan234)

True that!