Virat Kohli’s statue installed at Jaipur Wax Museum on World Heritage Day
A wax statue of ace India cricketer Virat Kohli was installed at the Jaipur Wax Museum on the occasion of World Heritage Day on Thursday.
Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who is currently leading Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 11th season of Indian Premier League (IPL) has been named as one of TIME magazine’s 100 most influential people of 2018.
In Time’s 100 most influential people list, six athletes were included. But only two sportspeople were from outside the United States – ‘run machine’ Virat Kohli and Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer.
Virat’s profile in the magazine was penned down by cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. Virat took to the micro-blogging site, Twitter to thanks Sachin Tendulkar and wrote, “Thank you @sachin_rt paaji for such warm and encouraging words. Truly honored for being able to make it to the @Time’s 100 list. #Times100 #grateful 🙏😇”
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Thank you @sachin_rt paaji for such warm and encouraging words. Truly honored for being able to make it to the @Time‘s 100 list. #Times100 #grateful 🙏😇
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) April 20, 2018
Recalling the days when Sachin Tendulkar saw current Indian skipper for the first time he wrote, “The U-19 World Cup in 2008 was very important for India, as it would define the next bunch of youngsters who would go on to represent the nation. That was the first time I watched this young, passionate player lead India. Today Virat Kohli is a household name and a champion in cricket. Even back then, his hunger for runs and consistency was remarkable, something that has become the hallmark of his game.”
“My father always told me that if I focused on what I was doing, over time, detractors would become followers. Virat seems to have a similar outlook when it comes to his game.”
“I wish him all the best for his career ahead and am confident he will continue to bring pride and glory to India through cricket. Go Virat!” Sachin Tendulkar wrote.
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