IND vs Eng: The five -match Test series between India and England started from June 20 at the headingley ground in Leeds. There is tremendous enthusiasm in the cricket world about this series, but more than that Virat Kohli is absent in the headlines. Virat Kohli announced retirement from Test cricket before this series.

As soon as this news came, there was a debate on social media that if Virat would not play, the stadium will remain empty. Many fans and analysts claimed that Virat Kohli is the biggest face of Test cricket and his absence would lead to a huge decline in the audience’s interest. But as soon as the first Test started, this notion was completely broken.

Packed crowd in the field

On the very first day of the Test match, the tremendous presence of the audience at the headingley ground in Leeds shocked everyone. The stands were almost packed and the atmosphere was completely immersed in the celebration of Test cricket. This made it clear that despite the absence of Virat Kohli, the craze of Test cricket has not diminished.

Tickets were already sold

However, it will also have to be kept in mind that this match and tickets for the entire Test series had already been sold before Virat Kohli’s retirement announcement. Some fans are also bringing this aspect on social media and trying to connect the presence of the crowd with it.

Kohli fans are fiercely gritty on social media

As soon as a crowd of spectators was seen in the field, there was a flood of jokes and mimes on social media about Virat Kohli supporters. Let’s see the reaction of the fans

Indian team in strong position

The Indian team got a good start in the first innings against England. Till the time this news is written, India has put 183 runs on the board. Captain Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal are standing at the crease after completing the half -century for India.

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