It was a momentous night for Shreyanka Patil, the rising star of RCB, as she found herself in the midst of a surreal ‘Fan Girl’ moment with none other than her childhood idol, Virat Kohli. Having already shone brightly during RCB’s triumph in the WPL on Sunday, Patil’s encounter with Kohli added another unforgettable chapter to her journey.

Unforgettable moment for Shreyanka

The 21-year-old off-spinner, whose stellar performances in the eliminator and final had earned her the prestigious ‘Purple Cap’, couldn’t contain her excitement as she shared her experience on social media. She expressed her awe and gratitude as Kohli not only acknowledged her presence but also praised her bowling skills.

Started watching cricket cos of him. Grew up dreaming to be like him. And last night, had the moment of my life. Virat said,
“Hi Shreyanka, well bowled.”
He actually knows my name 😬😬😬#StillAFanGirl #rolemodel pic.twitter.com/z3DB0C8Pt0

— Shreyanka Patil (@shreyanka_patil) March 20, 2024

“Started watching cricket cos of him. Grew up dreaming to be like him. And last night, had the moment of my life,” Patil wrote, capturing the essence of her emotions in a heartfelt post alongside a picture with Kohli from the RCB ‘Unbox’ event.

The fact that her childhood hero knew her name left Patil in a state of disbelief, as she continued to cherish the surreal feeling of the encounter.

Her remarkable journey as a star

Patil’s journey to this momentous occasion has been nothing short of remarkable. Picked up by RCB during the inaugural WPL auctions last year, she proved her mettle with six crucial wickets in seven matches, emerging as a standout performer for her team. Her exceptional skills also caught the attention of selectors, earning her a spot in the Indian squad for the home T20 series against England in December.

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Since making her national team debut, Patil has continued to shine, overcoming injuries and challenges along the way to establish herself as a promising talent in Indian cricket. With appearances in both ODIs and T20Is for India, she has already made a mark with her impressive performances, bagging four wickets in ODIs and eight in T20Is.

As Patil’s journey unfolds, her encounter with Kohli serves as a testament to her hard work, dedication, and the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. With each step forward, she continues to inspire and carve her path in the world of cricket, leaving a lasting impression on fans and fellow players alike.