Virat Kohli trolled for offering to share tips on celebrating 'meaningful Diwali': You need to focus on batting
India Today
Ahead of India's T20 World Cup campaign, captain Virat Kohli is on the receiving end of criticism on social media after he offered to give tips on celebrating a "meaningful Diwali". A few have even urged him to stick to what he knows best -- cricket.
India cricket team captain Virat Kohli has been facing flak from a section of his followers after he offered to share tips on celebrating a "meaningful Diwali". Kohli took to Twitter on Sunday, sharing a video in which he said he will be sharing some of his thoughts on celebrating the festival amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Expertise in one field does not translate to other fields.Opining on a field that is complex and that too without an understanding of the issues involved may risk one coming across as an opportunistic virtue signaller??. https://t.co/oDoiSzB3O7 And i will share my personal tips for winning cup, trophy,ipl ?? https://t.co/c1lXSsFfld Over the next few weeks please do take some tips from #Dhoni on how to win an ICC trophy & kindly keep your tips to celebrate Diwali with yourself.#SunoKohli https://t.co/GiBWl1v1ay Seen both the rise and the fall of the great cricketer .. https://t.co/t9lOj3AGqR We know how to celebrate our festivals, use knowledge to win trophies, which is not possible for you. https://t.co/kEtAwTgBjI Son I've been celebrating meaningful Diwali from before you were born. Will be too happy to share some tips of my own. DM me if you need. https://t.co/DsEtqGkRb6
"it's been a tough year for all of us all around the world, especially in India with wave 2 (Covid-19) hitting us in 2021. As we get ready for Diwali in this festive season, I will be sharing some of my tips for you to celebrate with loved ones and family," Kohli said in his post.