{
  "id": 20137069,
  "title": "IND vs NZ 5th ODI: Young Mascot Puts Arm Around Virat Kohli's Shoulder As Star Batter Shares Heartwarming Moment Before National Anthem | Video",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/ind-vs-nz-5th-odi-young-mascot-puts-arm-around-virat-kohlis-shoulder",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-15T06:51:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/ind-vs-nz-5th-odi-young-mascot-puts-arm-around-virat-kohlis-shoulder-as-star-batter-shares-heartwarming-moment-before-national-anthem-video"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Virat Kohli continued to win fans' hearts with a touching gesture ahead of India's fifth and final ODI against New Zealand in Mount Maunganui. The young boy mascot, who was present before the national anthem, put his arm around Kohli's shoulder, creating an adorable moment. The video of this interaction went viral on social media, showcasing Kohli's warm and approachable side. The youngster appeared at ease around the cricket superstar, delighting fans with the heartfelt scene. India was already leading the series 2-1, and this emotional moment added to the significance of the final match at Bay Oval.",
  "summary": "Virat Kohli once again won hearts with a heartwarming gesture ahead of India's fifth and final ODI against New Zealand at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on Sunday, November 15. The former India captain was spotted sharing a sweet moment with a young boy mascot just before the national anthems, and the interaction quickly caught the attention of cricket fans. In a video circulating on social media,…",
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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."
}