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Naveen-ul-Haq reveals how Virat Kohli ended their IPL rift during ODI World Cup 2023

Naveen and Kohli hugged each other to end their fight which started in IPL 2023. Naveen, in a recent interview has said that it was the global icon who initiated the process.

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09 Dec 2023 13:55 IST

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Naveen and Kohli — Naveen-ul-Haq and Virat Kohli

The pinnacle of the 2023 ODI World Cup has arrived, with the stage set for a thrilling finale between India and Australia at the majestic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This electrifying clash is poised to be a captivating spectacle, leaving cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the commencement of this epic encounter.

The World Cup has been an unforgettable spectacle, showcasing the best of cricketing talent from around the globe. Seasoned veterans have demonstrated their enduring brilliance, reaffirming their status as cricketing legends while a new generation of cricketing prodigies has emerged, bursting onto the scene with a blend of raw talent, unwavering determination, and an insatiable hunger for success.

The highlights reel of the quadrennial World Cup will comprise some special moments which will be remembered by fans for time immemorial. One such moment came during the game between India and Afghanistan. The game was one of the most anticipated games of the event as it was where Virat Kohli and Naveen Ul Haq would meet for the first time after their ugly altercation in the IPL.

The Virat Kohli-Naveen-ul-Haq rift

The animosity between Virat Kohli and Naveen-ul-Haq reached a boiling point during a match between the Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Supergiants. The two engaged in a heated altercation that persisted even after the game concluded, resulting in an unseemly display during the post-match handshakes. Naveen further fueled the tension by taunting Kohli on social media and publicly accusing him of instigating the conflict. Hence, the India-Afghanistan World Cup clash was looked forward to eagerly.

The fans eagerly anticipated a fiery confrontation between Kohli and Naveen, but their expectations were subverted when the two players resolved their differences on the field. In a heartwarming display of sportsmanship, they were seen embracing and ending their altercation. This harmonious resolution exemplified the true spirit of the game, which is rooted in love and respect.

In a recent interview with his team, LSG, Naveen revealed the details of their reconciliation. He acknowledged that it was Kohli who took the first step towards peacemaking. “He told me ‘let’s finish it.’ I said yeah let’s finish it. We laughed about it, we hugged and moved on. He also said that after this you won’t hear my name. You will only hear support from the crowd,” Naveen recounted

Naveen-ul-Haq played eight games in the World Cup, claiming eight wickets at an average of 44. The World Cup was his swansong in ODIs as he had previously announced. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli, the tournament's leading run-scorer, stands poised to deliver another impactful performance tomorrow, carrying the hopes of India as they strive for World Cup glory.

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