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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) off-spinner Shreyanka Patil recently met her childhood idol, Virat Kohli, following the young cricketer’s outstanding performance in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024. Shreyanka, who clinched the Purple Cap with her stellar displays, took to social media to express her disbelief and gratitude after Kohli personally acknowledged her efforts.
Childhood dream turns reality
For Shreyanka, the journey from idolizing Kohli to receiving personal praise from him has been nothing short of a dream come true. The Bengaluru-born revealed how she had grown up watching Kohli, aspiring to emulate his success on the cricket field. However, she never anticipated that one day, her childhood hero would not only know her name but also commend her performance.
Shreyanka Patil shares an unforgettable moment
In a heartfelt post on her social media account, Shreyanka shared her overwhelming emotions following Kohli’s acknowledgment. The post, which garnered significant attention from fans and cricket enthusiasts alike, highlighted the profound impact of the encounter on the young cricketer. Shreyanka’s tweet, accompanied by a photo of her with Kohli, quickly went viral, further cementing her status as a rising star in Indian cricket.
“Started watching cricket cos of him. Grew up dreaming to be like him. And last night, had the moment of my life. Virat said, ‘Hi Shreyanka, well bowled.’ He actually knows my name,” tweeted Shreyanka.
Started watching cricket cos of him. Grew up dreaming to be like him. And last night, had the moment of my life. Virat said,
“Hi Shreyanka, well bowled.”
He actually knows my name 😬😬😬#StillAFanGirl #rolemodel pic.twitter.com/z3DB0C8Pt0— Shreyanka Patil (@shreyanka_patil) March 20, 2024
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Stellar performance in WPL 2024
Shreyanka’s memorable outing in the WPL 2024 not only caught the attention of her childhood idol but also solidified her position as a key player for RCB. Throughout the season, the talented off-spinner showcased her skills, emerging as the leading wicket-taker with an impressive tally of 13 wickets. With an average of 12.07 and an economy rate of just 7.30, Shreyanka proved to be a formidable asset for her team.
Match-winning show in the final
In the crucial final match against the Delhi Capitals (DC), Shreyanka delivered a match-winning performance, demonstrating her prowess with the ball. With outstanding figures of 4/12 in 3.3 overs, she played a pivotal role in restricting the opposition to just 113 runs, ultimately helping the Challengers secure the championship title.
Looking ahead
As Shreyanka reflected on her remarkable journey in the WPL 2024, her encounter with Kohli serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of hard work and determination. With promising performances both domestically and internationally, the young spinner undoubtedly has a bright future ahead in Indian cricket.
