Virat Kohli may not have had an opportunity to entertain fans with his batting on Tuesday, but the Indian superstar still managed to grab attention.
A video circulating on social media shows Kohli enjoying a friendly conversation with former New Zealand opener Martin Guptill and his wife, Laura McGoldrick.
The interaction reportedly centred on life away from cricket, offering fans a glimpse of two familiar international cricketers catching up in a relaxed setting.
The footage was shared on X by cricket enthusiast Johns, who described it as a lovely moment.
For fans who watched Kohli and Guptill compete against each other for years, it was a nice reminder of the friendships and mutual respect that exist beyond international rivalries.
Martin Guptill's connection with Virat Kohli
Guptill and Kohli were familiar opponents during their international careers, representing New Zealand and India respectively in several major tournaments.
Guptill was also responsible for one of the most unforgettable moments in Indian cricket history.
His brilliant direct hit dismissed MS Dhoni during the 2019 World Cup semifinal, effectively ending India's hopes of reaching the final.
While Kohli continues to represent India in ODIs, Guptill officially retired from international cricket in January 2025.
The former opener played 367 international matches, scoring 7,346 ODI runs and 3,531 runs in T20Is.
