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IShowSpeed in India: YouTuber dons Virat Kohli's jersey ahead of IND vs PAK cricket game as he trolls Babar Azam

Videos on IShowSpeed's cricket practice following his arrival in Mumbai have gone viral

MUMBAI, INDIA: IShowSpeed has touched down in India to show his support for cricket star, Virat Kohli, and the Indian team in the ongoing Cricket World Cup.

Currently stationed in Mumbai, he is all set to make his way to the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to witness the IND vs PAK World Cup clash on October 14.

Notably, numerous fans gathered around Speed during his visit. Two particular videos, from his time practicing cricket, have captured the attention of the online community.

In one clip, Speed can be seen practicing his bowling skills wearing Virat Kohli's cricket jersey.

In the other video, the popular streamer can be seen honing his batting prowess in the same attire, all the while playfully taunting the Pakistani skipper, Babar Azam.

Keep reading for more insight into these videos and to discover how the YouTuber's fans have reacted to his practice sessions.

IShowSpeed rocks Virat Kohli's jersey

When IShowSpeed arrived in India, he was spotted wearing Virat Kohli’s cricket jersey, participating in a bowling practice session before an enthusiastic crowd of fans.

It is reported that IShowSpeed came to India to express his support for Kohli ahead of the IND vs PAK match in Ahmedabad. Videos capturing Speed's time in India have rapidly gained popularity.

One of Speed's dedicated fans shared a video, captioned, "IShowSpeed playing cricket, bowling the ball in Mumbai, India, with a Virat Kohli Jersey on."

In the footage, Speed exhibited the ball to his fans, initiating his bowling action in Kohli's distinctive style. 

Furthermore, Speed thrilled his devoted fans who chanted his name incessantly, "IShowSpeed, IShowSpeed." The surrounding fans, excited by his technique, were overjoyed to witness his bowling style.

Some fans playfully teased his bowling skills, dubbing it the 'worst bowl ever'. Others seized the opportunity to take pictures with Speed, placing their hands on his shoulder.

Speed, in turn, informed his fans that he would make another attempt at bowling.

IShowspeed says ‘I am playing like Babar Azam’

In another video, Speed, donning the same jersey, was seen practicing his batting. However, when a ball was thrown towards him, Speed appeared to miss his chance to make contact.

Simultaneously, while playing cricket in a local ground in Ahmedabad, IShowSpeed playfully teased the Pakistani skipper, Babar Azam. After a few misses, Speed was visibly frustrated, throwing his bat to the ground in exasperation.

Further, Speed remarked that he was playing like Babar. It's worth noting that the influencer was alluding to Azam's strike rate, quipping, "I'm playing just like Babar Azam," Speed cheekily asserted.

The video amassed an impressive 1.1 million views, accompanied by thousands of likes.

How did internet react to IShowSpeed's cricket practice videos?

Upon watching IShowSpeed’s viral video on the internet, many fans flocked to the comment section and shared their perspectives.

One fan said, "That was the worst bowl ive ever seen." Another fan wrote, "Bro you need to protect your balls .. it’s important!"

One fan wrote, "Man bowled with 130° angle." Another user wrote, "Throwing a cricket ball like a shot put," another added, "looks like speed breaking a coconut on the ground lol."