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In a surprising revelation, Tejashwi Yadav, a prominent Indian politician and son of former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, has claimed to have captained Virat Kohli during his early cricketing days. This statement, made during an interview with Zee, has sparked significant attention and discussion on social media, with many questioning the veracity of the claim and the lack of widespread knowledge about Yadav's cricketing career.
Yadav, who played in seven domestic matches, including two List-A games and four T20s for Jharkhand, stated that his cricketing journey has been largely overlooked despite his participation in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He asserted that several current Indian players were his teammates, including the legendary Kohli. “I was a cricketer and no one talks about it. Virat Kohli played in my captaincy—did anyone ever talk about it? Why don't they do so? As a professional, I played good cricket. Many Team India players are my batchmates. I had to quit as both my ligaments were fractured. Let it be,” he said during the interview, which went viral on social media.
Yadav's claims have generated a range of reactions, with some expressing skepticism and others intrigued by the revelation. While details of his cricketing career, including the specific matches in which Kohli might have played under his leadership, are yet to be confirmed, the statement has brought attention to a largely unknown aspect of the politician's life. It has also prompted a discussion about the often-overlooked journeys of individuals who pursue a career in politics, sometimes sacrificing their personal aspirations in the process.
In contrast to Yadav's largely forgotten cricketing past, Kohli's current sporting journey continues to dominate headlines. The star batsman, who last played for India in early August during the ODI tour of Sri Lanka, is set to make his return in the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. He is currently in Chennai, preparing for the first Test with the rest of the Indian team. As the current leaders in the World Test Championship points table, India will be looking to maintain their impressive home form and secure a series victory against Bangladesh, further strengthening their chances of reaching the WTC final for the third consecutive time.