Star Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has openly voiced his discomfort regarding the widely observed fan practice of cheering loudly when a teammate is dismissed, particularly when it signifies his turn to bat. These candid remarks came after India's first One Day International against New Zealand in Vadodara, where the dismissal of opening batsman Rohit Sharma was met with audible cheers from a segment of the crowd, anticipating Kohli's arrival at the crease. Kohli articulated that while he comprehends the immense enthusiasm of the fans, such reactions create "not a great feeling" for the player who is walking back to the dugout. He further drew parallels with his former captain, MS Dhoni, noting that similar scenes often unfold when Dhoni makes his entry, particularly during Indian Premier League (IPL) matches. This long-standing trend of celebrating a wicket to welcome another star player has often been a point of discussion among cricketers and fans alike. During the match in Vadodara, Kohli demonstrated his respect by deliberately waiting for Rohit Sharma to complete his departure from the field before he himself strode out to bat. Despite being arguably India's biggest crowd-puller and a recipient of overwhelming fan adoration throughout his illustrious career, Kohli underscored the paramount importance of extending respect to all team members and fostering a collective team spirit over individual fandom. His comments have ignited a significant discussion within the Indian cricketing community about fan etiquette and the need for more mindful spectator behavior. In the same match, Kohli delivered a stellar performance, scoring a match-winning 93 runs, for which he was deservedly adjudged the Player of the Match. Moreover, he also achieved a remarkable personal milestone, becoming the fastest cricketer to accumulate 28,000 international runs across all formats.