'Malinga bana hua': Virat Kohli's Funny Little Chatter With Shakib Al-Hasan Leaves Fans In Splits

There never appears to be a dull moment when Virat Kohli is in the middle. While he endured yet another frustrating day with the bat, he still left a light moment for the fans and followers to cherish on Day 2 of the India vs Bangladesh 1st Test in Chennai. During his 37-ball stay at the crease, there came a breezy moment on the field when he indulged in a harmless chat with Shakib Al-Hasan.

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Virat Kohli had a chat with Shakib Al-Hasan

Duty called Virat Kohli following the early departure of the openers- Rohit Sharma (5) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (10). Contrary to the first innings, Kohli looked in solid touch and also struck two authoritative boundaries. However, spin, which has lately troubled the Indian batter, once again became left him in dire straits. Kohli failed to pick a flighted full-delivery of Mehady Hasan and was caught LBW. Replays showcased a spike from Kohli's bat but the right-hander did not take the referral. Thus, it is a wrap from Virat Kohli from 1st Test.

Nevertheless, Virat Kohli had a memorable moment with Shakib Al-Hasan on the pitch. As Hasan Mahmud was pilling up with incessant yorkers to Kohli, he brought this to Shakib, who was standing at the cover region. Keeping Mahmud in mind, he said, "Malinga bana hua, yorker pe yorker de raha hai (He is bowling yorkers like Lasith Malinga)."

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India vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Summary Till Now

After winning the toss, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto invited India to bat. Following an early struggle, where the ball was moving, India lost quick wickets. Big names like Rohit Sharma , Virat Kohli , and Shubman Gill, got out cheaply. India were reeling at 144/6 but from thereon, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja managed the proceedings and amassed a huge partnership of 199 runs. Ashwin registered his 6th Test century in the process, whereas Jadeja held out after scoring 86 runs. India put up a fair 1st innings score of 376 runs.

In reply, Bangladesh lost early wickets and were ushered out of the match by the Indian bowlers. Bumrah was the pick of the bowlers with a 4-for and besides him, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, and Jadeja struck a couple of wickets apiece. Bangladesh bundled out at 149 and hence Team India has garnered a monumental lead of 227 runs. Team India finished at 81/3 at the stumps on Day 2. With that, the lead has reached to 308.