Virat Kohli Recalls the Unforgettable Power of the National Anthem in Packed Stadiums

Representing one's nation on the international stage is an unparalleled honor for any athlete. The experience of standing before a packed stadium, united in song during the National Anthem, is an indescribable sensation.

Ahead of India's opening match in the T20 World Cup against Ireland, former captain Virat Kohli shared his profound experience of singing the National Anthem in a packed stadium.

Kohli's first encounter with the National Anthem being sung in a stadium was during the 2011 ODI World Cup. He recalls the overwhelming sense of unity and energy that permeated the atmosphere. "The force of it was something I have never experienced in my life," he said. "It gave me goosebumps all over because everyone is singing and everyone is just focused on one goal that India has to win."

Kohli has witnessed the power of the National Anthem on numerous occasions, including the 2016 T20 World Cup in India and the 2011 ODI World Cup, where India reached the final. "There is no other thought in anyone's mind at that stage," he said. "And that energy is so powerful that if you are tuned to it, if you are involved in it, you can feel the energy of the crowd."

Kohli believes that the energy of the crowd can be a driving force for athletes. "It's a very special thing when you feel the force of so many people behind you, pushing you towards winning the game for your team," he said.

In the upcoming T20 World Cup, India will face Ireland, Pakistan, United States, and Canada in the group phase. Kohli's experience and leadership will be crucial as India aims to reclaim the World Cup title.

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