On the eve of India’s opening match of the T20 World Cup in Australia against Pakistan Virat Kohli was in the nets just outside the cavernous Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG or simply ‘The G’). He had taken a few throw-downs from the support staff and was about to face the bowlers for a proper hit.
“Pakistan Zindabad,” yelled a group of 25 or so fans in green shirts. “Bharat Mata ki Jai,” came the response, the sound of which drowned out any Pakistani support.