In an engaging encounter at Canberra's Parliament House on November 28, the Indian cricket team, led by captain Jasprit Bumrah, had the privilege of meeting Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The occasion was marked by camaraderie and a touch of humor, as Prime Minister Albanese extended his congratulations to Virat Kohli for his stellar performance in the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 in Perth.

A video capturing this interaction has taken social media by storm. In the clip, Albanese is seen conversing with Kohli and Bumrah, where he complimented Kohli on his impressive century during the second innings of the first Test. With a friendly jibe, the Prime Minister remarked, “Good ton in Perth. As if we weren’t suffering enough at that point in the game.” Kohli, known for his quick wit both on and off the field, responded with a smile, “Always got to add some spice.”

This light-hearted exchange highlights the mutual respect and sporting spirit shared between the teams and their respective nations. The meeting also saw the introduction of other Indian team members to the Prime Minister by captain Rohit Sharma, further fostering the bond between the two cricketing giants.

Kohli's unbeaten 100 off 143 balls was a remarkable feat, ending a 491-day wait for a century, and played a pivotal role in India's commanding 295-run victory over Australia. This triumph gave India a 1-0 lead in the five-match series, with Bumrah, the Player of the Match, delivering a standout performance by claiming eight wickets.

As the cricketing world buzzes with anticipation, the second Test is set to commence in Adelaide on December 6. Fans and pundits alike are eager to see if India can maintain their momentum, or if Australia will bounce back on their home turf.