‘Making history’ | Virat Kohli life-size statue unveiled at New York's Times Square
New York Times Square : In a historic and significant milestone for both cricket sensation Virat Kohli and cricket, Duroflex, a mattress firm unveiled a life-size monument of Indian cricket sensation Virat Kohli one of the most recognized landmarks in the world - New York's Times Square has captivated the Internet, causing a frenzy among cricket fans.
The viral video doing rounds on the Internet shows Kohli's enormous gold monument. With cricket pads on his knees, he stands erect, holding a bat.
Taking to their X handle, Duroflex, a prominent mattress business, wrote, “Just Unveiled :A larger-than-life statue of Virat Kohli at the iconic Times Square. This King's Duty, we are going global and making history! We’re delivering great sleep and great health to Virat Kohli.”
Just Unveiled :A larger-than-life statue of Virat Kohli at the iconic Times Square.
This King's Duty, we are going global and making history!
We’re delivering great sleep and great health to Virat Kohli.#GreatSleepGreatHealth #ViratKohli #worldcup #cricket #CGI pic.twitter.com/5WpkZcwa7i — Duroflex (@Duroflex_world) June 23, 2024
Fans from around the globe have taken to social media to express their admiration and excitement, celebrating this unique honor bestowed upon their beloved cricketer.
One Twitter user remarked, "CGI, but it's flawlessly designed to match Virat Kohli's stature."
Another user hailed him as a true legend.
The statue was unveiled at the ongoing T20 Men's World Cup 2024.
Over the last decade, he has established himself as one of the sport's finest players, an opinion shared by cricket fans and enthusiasts throughout the world.
Notably, in a thrilling encounter at the T20 World Cup 2024, India secured a spot in the semifinals after a comprehensive 24-run victory over Australia in the Super 8 stage at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St. Lucia on Monday.
The match, held at a packed stadium, witnessed a brilliant performance by Rohit Sharma, whose masterful batting display guided India to a decisive win.
India's 24-run victory over Australia in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2024 was a testament to their all-round capabilities. Rohit Sharma's stellar batting and the bowlers' disciplined performance have ensured India's place in the semifinals, bringing them one step closer to World Cup glory.
- With inputs from agencies
