A spectator at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium made waves in the first Test between South Africa and Pakistan by holding up a painting of Indian cricket sensation Virat Kohli. The video of the spectator grinning while holding up the painting soon went viral on social media. Despite of the political tensions between India and Pakistan, Former India captain and one the greatest batter Virat Kohli is extremely popular among Pakistani cricket enthusiasts. Renowned for his consistency in all formats of the game, Kohli has a rich record against Pakistan. In 17 ODIs against Pakistan, Kohli has scored 778 runs at an average of 59.84 with the top score of 183 in the 2012 Asia Cup. In T20Is, he has amassed 492 runs at an average of 70.28 in 11 games and scored a memorable unbeaten 82 in the 2022 T20 World Cup at MCG. Watch the video here: - Loved equally across the borders ❤️zimbabar fans think that they are just fans of zimbabar but in reality they are mostly fans of Kohli...👑🐐🥶 #PAKvsSA #INDvsWI #PakistanCricket #Viratkohli pic.twitter.com/eERfbF62yN — Crick Vibe (@_4nuj_02) October 13, 2025 Also Read | Is Virat Kohli Leaving IPL? RCB Legend’s Contract Decision Stuns Fans Pakistan vs South Africa Day 2 Update Pakistan began on Day 2 at 313/5 but were bowled out for 378 after suffering three quick wickets towards the end of the innings. Imam-ul-Haq and Shan Masood had a good beginning on Day 1 after Pakistan won the toss. They laid a good foundation with their 161-run stand, and subsequently, Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha added 163 runs to it. Although, fans, who appeared in huge number to witness their favorite cricketer Babar Azam, were left in disappointment as the Babar could only manage 23 runs in the first innings. Senuran Muthusamy became South Africa's main bowler, picking six wickets and leaving the visitors in command. In response to the 1st innings of Pakistan, South Africa started off well by adding 45 runs for the opening stand, but momentum shifted rapidly after the visitor's lost wickets in quick succession. Ryan Rickelton (71) and Tony de Zorzi (81*) displayed character, but they lacked support from the fellow teammates. For Pakistan, Noman Ali was the pick of the bowler as the left-arm spinner dismissed 4 Proteas batter on Day 2. South Africa ended the day at 216-6, with de Zorzi being unbeaten at 81. He is being supported Senuran Muthusamy (6*) and the two will begin Day 3 with the deficit of 162 runs. Also Read | Shubman Gill Makes Huge Revelation on Kohli, Rohit’s 2027 WC Plans Kohli Set for International Return on Australia Tour Virat Kohli, currently active only in ODIs, is preparing to make his international comeback during India’s upcoming tour of Australia. India will play three ODIs and five T20Is starting October 19 in Perth. Kohli, who retired from T20Is last year and quit Test cricket in May 2025, will look to make a strong impact ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. At the age of 36, the former captain will look to display his class and experience in the three-match ODI series. Fans all around the world will eagerly look forward to seeing him back in international cricket in top shape.