The World Cup 2019 fever soars as Virat Kohli and men are currently taking on South Africa at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Southampton. Now ahead of the game many players including Thomas Muller, Bayern Munich football legend and Sunil Chhetri sent their warm wishes to the team. Now, even Chelsea FC extended their warm wishes for Virat Kohli and team. The football club posted a picture of Indian Cricket team on their social media page. Thomas Muller Sends Good Wishes to Virat Kohli & Team India Ahead of IND vs SA Cricket World Cup 2019 Match (See Pic).

“Good luck to Virat Kohli and the rest of the Indian Cricket Team in your first ICC Cricket World Cup match today! 💪🔵,” read the post. The football club had also put a morphed picture of Virat Kohli dressed in the official jersey of Chelsea. The Indian cricket captain is also seen holding a bat in his hand. South Africa vs India Live Cricket Score 8th ODI Match.

In fact, David Luiz, Brazilian football captain had sent his wishes to Virat Kohli and men. “Hello, Virat Kohli! Good luck for the World Cup bro and God bless you and your team. I am going to be supporting you. See you soon!” Luiz was seen saying in a video message.

Virat Kohli has been an ardent football fan. In 2014, he was snapped at the Premier League club's Stamford Bridge stadium. A few days ago, England football captain Harry Kane had posted a picture with the Indian cricket captain, who in turn wished him for the Champions League 2019 final between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool.

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