‘Abhi mazak karo, baad me mazak bano’- Twitter lashes out at Bangalore Franchise as Virat Kohli and co take part in ‘fun ad shoot’ before ITL

The excitement and anticipation of the Indian T20 League 2023 season have reached new heights as a behind-the-scenes video of a Bangalore ad shoot featuring Virat Kohli and other players went viral. The video shows Kohli hitting tennis balls tossed at him on the leg side, while Faf du Plessis sits behind and Dinesh Karthik stands near him and laughs out. Glenn Maxwell is also seen walking and sitting beside Du Plessis while they all laugh.

The video showcases the camaraderie and fun that the Bangalore players share, which is crucial for team bonding and success on the field. Kohli, who is known for his aggressive and competitive spirit, seems to be enjoying himself in the ad shoot, indicating that he is ready to lead his team from the front in the upcoming ITL season.

Watch the video here: 

Can this be the year for Bangalore?

Bangalore, who have not won the ITL trophy in the last 15 seasons, have added Reece Topley and Michael Bracewell to their squad for the upcoming season. The inclusion of these two players is expected to strengthen the team’s bowling and batting departments, respectively. With a strong team and a motivated captain, Bangalore would be looking to end their drought and lift the ITL trophy this time around.

The video has garnered a lot of attention on social media, with fans of Bangalore and cricket enthusiasts eagerly waiting for the ITL season to begin. The ITL is not only a cricket tournament but also a grand spectacle that brings together some of the world’s best players and attracts a massive global audience.

As the ITL 2023 season kicks off with Bangalore taking on Mumbai at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on April 1st, the expectations from both teams are high. Mumbai, who have won the ITL title a record five times, would be looking to defend their title and start the season on a winning note. On the other hand, Bangalore would be eager to make a strong start and set the tone for the rest of the season.

The behind-the-scenes video of the Bangalore ad shoot featuring Virat Kohli and other players has added to the excitement and anticipation of the upcoming ITL season. Bangalore would be looking to translate their off-field camaraderie into on-field success and end their long wait for the ITL trophy. As fans gear up for the season opener, the ITL fever is set to grip the nation once again.

Fans however were quick to reply with memes and reactions to the ad shoot video. Many felt that players should be taking part in practice rather than ad shoots. This has been a regular criticism of the Bangalore Franchise. Many think the team focuses more on the financial side of things than actual cricket.

Here’s how Twitter reacted to Bangalore taking part in ad-shoot: