The camaraderie between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) teammates was on display during a recent promotional shoot for sportswear Puma India. A lighthearted segment turned into a laugh riot when star batter Virat Kohli, known not just for his phenomenal batting skills but also for his wit, gave an unexpected and hilarious answer to a query posed by teammate Dinesh Karthik. The question itself, and Kohli’s cheeky response, left the rest of the RCB players – including Faf du Plessis, Mohammed Siraj, and Rajat Patidar in stitches, solidifying the strong bond within the team.

Virat Kohli’s ‘Your Wife’ response stuns Dinesh Karthik

During the interview, Karthik decided to throw Kohli off balance by asking, “Who is my favorite sportsperson other than a cricketer?” Kohli, displaying his quick wit, replied with a mischievous grin, “Your wife.” Karthik, taken aback but entertained by the unexpected response, chuckled and admitted, “That’s a great answer, for sure you caught me off-guard completely I swear.”

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Kohli playfully jabs Karthik with Dipika Pallikal’s squash triumphs

Karthik’s spouse, Dipika Pallikal, is a prominent squash athlete on the national stage, proudly representing India. In a recent exchange, Kohli amusingly pointed out this fact when Karthik asked about his post-IPL interests. Kohli jokingly suggested that Karthik should try his hand at squash. Notably, Pallikal has garnered recognition for her achievements in squash, serving as a vital pillar of support for Karthik, especially during his personal trials.

Karthik’s brilliance steals the spotlight

In Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Karthik has emerged as a dominant figure on the field, displaying his batting prowess. Across six matches, Karthik has scored 226 runs with a striking strike rate of 205 and an admirable average of 75. Notably, his standout performance came in a high-scoring clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), where he played a remarkable innings of 83 runs off just 35 balls. Despite hitting five fours and seven towering sixes, Karthik’s efforts weren’t enough as RCB lost to SRH by 25 runs. Nevertheless, Karthik’s resilience amidst challenges has left a lasting impact on the cricketing narrative.

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