{
  "id": 19316696,
  "title": "Kohli vs Gill In A Wrestling Match? Virat And Shubman's Hilarious 'Kushti' Handshake Leaves Fans In Splits | Video",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/kohli-vs-gill-in-a-wrestling-match-virat-and-shubmans-hilarious",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-10T09:33:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/kohli-vs-gill-in-a-wrestling-match-virat-and-shubmans-hilarious-kushti-handshake-leaves-fans-in-splits-video"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "During the abandoned third ODI cricket match between India and New Zealand in Hamilton, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill managed to bring some laughter to fans despite the disappointing weather conditions. Social media users were quick to share a humorous video of the Indian batters engaging in a playful Kushti (wrestling) handshake after the match was called off due to rain. The light-hearted interaction between Kohli and Gill was showcased in the clip, with fans finding their banter infectious and non-stop, whether it be during international or IPL matches. The exchange quickly gained attention, with social media users praising the duo for their friendly natures. The third ODI at Seddon Park in Hamilton remained unfinished due to persistent rain and several inspections, preventing any cricket action from taking place. Gill had won the toss and opted to bowl, but the weather refused to cooperate. India, however, maintained their lead in the five-match ODI series, moving on to the next matches scheduled in Mount Maunganui on November 13 and 15. The Kohli-Gill Kushti moment provided fans with a much-needed laugh amidst the rain-soaked day in Hamilton.",
  "summary": "Virat Kohli and Indian captain Shubman Gill provided an entertaining moment for cricket fans despite the disappointment of the third ODI between India and New Zealand being abandoned due to rain in Hamilton on Tuesday, November 10. In a video circulating on social media, Kohli and Gill can be seen engaging in a hilarious hand 'Kushti' (wrestling) while shaking hands after the match was called…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}