Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) supporters have organized an incredible homage to one of the nation's favorite cricketing stars, Virat Kohli, who announced his retirement from the Test format in the middle of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. The rest of the season will begin on May 17 when RCB plays the reigning champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the M Chinnaswamy stadium.
A campaign has been started to encourage all RCB and Kohli supporters to wear whites to the game rather than the team's red and black uniform. Virat chose to hang his boots from the game's longest format on Monday, and the intention is to honor his Test legacy.
RCB fans request everyone to wear Test White jersey to give a great tribute to Virat Kohli.- Amazing initiative by the fans! pic.twitter.com/phcg0ZfGMQ
Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 13, 2025
Influencers are already spreading the word on social media, increasing awareness of the initiative. The idea has acquired popularity, with many users expressing support. Many urged cricket fans in the city to assist create a "white ocean" at Chinnaswamy, transforming the sea of crimson into an uncommon display of respect.
“I'll be very disappointed if this doesn't happen,” wrote one fan. “Come on guys… we should be able to spread this,” added another.
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A few supporters even proposed collecting money to hand out white jerseys or T-shirts outside the stadium before the game.
Cricket fans from Bengaluru and beyond are pleading with one another to bring this graphic homage to life. In the words of one post: “People of Bengaluru, please make our wish come true. We want to see a white ocean in Chinnaswamy.”
If it is successful, it will be a fitting farewell to one of India's greatest Test leaders.
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