The sun shone brightly over the practice field, the golden rays illuminating the players as they gathered for another rigorous training session. The Indian cricket team was buzzing with energy, laughter echoing across the ground. In the midst of it all stood Virat Kohli, his determined gaze fixed on his teammates.
"Alright, everyone! Let's push through today's drills. I want to see energy!" Virat called out, his voice filled with enthusiasm.
As they began their warm-up, Shubman Gill jogged over to Virat, a mischievous grin on his face. "Bhai, aaj kya special plan hai? Mujhe toh sirf practice ka wait hai!"
Virat chuckled, ruffling Shubman's hair affectionately. "Agar tum achha perform karte ho, toh practice ke baad ice cream milegi!"
"Wah, bhai! Ice cream toh banti hai!" Shubman replied, his eyes lighting up at the prospect.
The team proceeded with their drills, and Virat moved seamlessly between motivating his teammates and participating in the practice. He took a moment to check on Bhuvi, who was stretching on the sidelines. "Bhuvi, kya sab thik hai? Aaj thoda alag lag rahe ho."
Bhuvi smiled softly. "Sab theek hai, Vi. Bas thoda tired feel kar raha hoon."
"Thoda aaram kar lo, sab kuch theek ho jayega," Virat encouraged, clapping him on the shoulder before returning to the center of the field.
As the drills progressed, Virat noticed that Rohit Sharma was unusually quiet. After practice, he approached Rohit, who was wiping sweat from his forehead. "Kya hua, Ro? Aaj tum kuch soch rahe ho, kya?"
Rohit shrugged, giving a half-smile. "Kuch nahi, yaar. Bas upcoming series ke liye I was worried."
"Sab kuch manageable hai, Rohit. Humare paas Mahi Bhai hai, aur hum ek dusre ka saath dete hain. Tumhe tension lene ki zaroorat nahi hai," Virat replied, his voice steady, embodying the support that he always offered.
As they wrapped up practice, the team headed back to the hotel. Virat took charge, ensuring everyone was hydrated and in good spirits. "Chalo, aaj lunch ke liye kuch khaas karte hain! Sabko bhookh lagi hogi?"
"Caps, you should take care of yourself also," Hardik Pandya teased, joining in on the playful banter. "Kabhi toh apne liye bhi khana banao!"
"Toh yeh kya hai, Hardik? Sabko khush rakhne ke liye toh yeh zaroori hai...and when you are happy, I am at peace!" Virat shot back with a smirk.
Once they arrived at the hotel, Virat headed straight to the kitchen. Cooking was a way for him to express his care for his teammates. Today, he decided to whip up a special pasta dish, something he knew everyone loved.
As he stirred the sauce, he thought about how lucky he was to have such a supportive team around him. They were more than just teammates; they were family. He could still recall the moment when Mahi Bhai had taken him under his wing, guiding him through the challenges of cricket and life.
"Virat bhaiya, kya aapne khana tayyar kiya hai?" Ishan Sharma peeked into the kitchen, his eyes wide with excitement.
"Bilkul, aaj toh bahut hi mazedaar khana hai! You all will love it," Virat replied, flashing a bright smile.
"Bhai, aapki cooking toh top-notch hai! Aaj ka din toh perfect hoga!" Ishan exclaimed, joining Virat in the kitchen.
As they prepared the meal together, the atmosphere was lively and filled with camaraderie. They shared jokes and stories, laughter punctuating the air.
"Virat bhaiya, kabhi kabhi aapko bhi apna khayal rakhna chahiye," Shubman remarked, peeking in from the doorway. "Itna khyal rakhte ho sabka, apna bhi khayal rakho!"
"Main theek hoon, Shubhi." Virat replied, brushing off the concern with a smile.
But as the evening wore on, a shadow of worry crept into his mind. He had been feeling slightly off lately-some days he was unusually fatigued, and small aches had started to appear. He brushed them aside, convinced it was just the stress of training.
During dinner, as the team gathered around the table, the energy shifted. They shared their plans for the upcoming match, but Virat felt an undercurrent of concern among his teammates, as if they could sense something he was trying to hide.
"Sab kuch theek hai, Virat? Tum thode alag lag rahe ho," Ashwin asked, looking up from his plate.
"Yaar, sab theek hai. Just a long day," Virat assured him, forcing a smile, but inside, he felt a flicker of unease.
After dinner, the team retreated to the common area, lounging on couches and unwinding. The laughter resumed, but Virat couldn't shake the feeling that something was off. He sat back, observing his teammates, each one a pillar of support in their unique way.
Mahi Bhai caught his eye and offered a reassuring nod, reminding Virat that he wasn't alone in facing whatever challenges lay ahead. But little did he know, the journey was about to take an unexpected turn.
Preview of Chapter 2:
As Virat pushes through another training session, an unexpected incident forces him to confront something. How will his teammates respond when they realize something might be wrong?
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Through the Storm
FanfictionIn the world of cricket, Virat Kohli stands as a symbol of passion, determination, and unwavering leadership. As the captain of the Indian cricket team, he thrives on the thrill of the game, forging deep bonds with his teammates who see him not just...
