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'You can't see me': Virat Kohli gives Glenn Phillips a John Cena moment - WATCH

By · Via Times of India · Published by Everything Blog

In short

Virat Kohli powered the chase at Eden Park with a 51-ball 74, guiding India to an opening ODI triumph. The knock established him as the sole batter to maintain an ODI batting average over 50 in South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia, backed by 10 centuries across those regions. A lighthearted moment in the 15th over also gained traction when Kohli waved John Cena's signature hand gesture at incoming batter Glenn Phillips.

Key points

  • Kohli's highest SENA venue average stands in South Africa at an impressive 76.38.: Kohli's highest SENA venue average stands in South Africa at an impressive 76.38.
  • During the 15th over, Kohli mimicked John Cena's famous wrestling hand wave toward Glenn…: During the 15th over, Kohli mimicked John Cena's famous wrestling hand wave toward Glenn Phillips.
  • Neither Glenn Phillips nor partner Daryl Mitchell appeared to notice Kohli's playful gest…: Neither Glenn Phillips nor partner Daryl Mitchell appeared to notice Kohli's playful gesture on the pitch.

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NEW DELHI:

Virat Kohli found a fun way to welcome

Glenn Phillips to the crease during the first ODI between India and New Zealand at the Eden Park in Auckland on Wednesday. The Indian batter copied WWE star John Cena's famous "you can't see me" gesture to tease the New Zealand player.

The moment took place in the 15th over when Phillips came out to bat. John Cena's entrance music was playing in the background as Phillips walked towards the middle.

Phillips was busy talking to Daryl Mitchell when Kohli, standing on the other side of the pitch, made the famous gesture. However, neither Phillips nor Mitchell appeared to notice him.

The incident quickly caught the attention of cricket fans on social media. Several videos of Kohli's playful act were shared online.

The gesture has a connection with Phillips. Whenever the New Zealand batter walks out to bat, the DJ at the ground usually plays John Cena's entrance theme song.

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