In a surprising turn during Day 2 of the second Test between India and New Zealand at Pune’s Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, star Indian batter Virat Kohli fell for just 1 run. Dismissed by New Zealand's left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner, Kohli’s wicket left fans in the stadium stunned, adding unexpected drama to an already intense match.

The dismissal occurred in the 24th over of India’s first innings, where the team was struggling to build momentum. Santner delivered a low full toss aimed at the middle stump. It seemed like a scoring opportunity for Kohli, who attempted his trademark cross-batted sweep shot. However, the legendary batter misjudged the line and was beaten by the ball’s dip and flight. The ball snuck under Kohli's bat, crashing into the middle and leg stumps, and leaving Kohli visibly disappointed as he walked off the field.

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The reaction to Kohli’s wicket was instant across social media, with fans and analysts sharing their surprise. Cricket expert Sanjay Manjrekar, in particular, expressed empathy for Kohli’s rare misstep. Posting on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Manjrekar wrote.

“Oh dear! Virat will know himself that he has just played the worst shot of his career to get out. I got to feel for him because, as always, he came out with solid and honest intent.”