This scrutiny is especially so for Indian cricketers, and currently, one of the biggest global brands in sports, Virat Kohli, whose brand has evidently penetrated NYC even though cricket as a sport may not be as popular in the United States.
The security arrangements are being looked after properly to make certain that the T20 World Cup is executed in a proper manner in the United States without facing any hassle or unprecedented events. Security at the events has additionally been a crucial concern.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) has been attentively following the matches and security measures, fanatic movements, and external threats that could hinder players or teams.
Special Security for Virat Kohli
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Therefore, though the extent of special security that has been put in place to be provided to Kohli cannot be determined, it is quite clear. However, no Indian cricket player is anywhere near getting the same level of security. This role is very significant to Kohli for the tournament, particularly when considering the security measures attached to him.
On the other hand, players like Suryakumar Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, and Shivam Dube. They are there teammates, they have also been given a good opportunity to move around in NYC and even visit places like Times Square and relax as they go about their drills, just as they do, and they do not get similar strict supervision.
The closeness of security in the USA was illustrated during the warm-up match between IND and BAN when a fan ran onto the playing field to embrace Rohit Sharma. While such actions are prevalent globally, the reaction of the NYPD was rather stringent. Two officers quickly restrained the intruder, apprehending him and dragging him out of the car despite Rohit’s protest requesting leniency.
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Cricket’s Growing Presence in the USA
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The USA, once considered a confused tourist destination for cricket lovers, has steadily grown on the international cricket map over the years.
The idea of holding the T20 World Cup in the USA is a major breakthrough for cricket, a game that for long has been overshadowed in the country by the NFL, NBA, and baseball. For cricket to be introduced on such a massive scale is a sure way of strengthening the sport in the nation.
Perhaps this could help the USA become a competitive team in the international arena in the next few years of play. On the same note, it comes as a surprise to Virat Kohli to have the honor of representing India in the USA.
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Kohli’s Reflections on Playing in the USA
One cannot help but wonder about the feeling of being part of such a pioneer show, and Kohli was no less amazed at the growth of cricket in the United States. “Honestly speaking, I never used to imagine that we would be playing cricket in any format in the States.
But it is a reality today that clearly depicts the expanding horizons of the cricketing world. The United States is willing to embrace the change on a global level by perhaps being the first to welcome it as and when it comes. That is why test match, in a way, with the World Cup, “ Kohli pointed out in a recent message.
The T20 World Cup in the USA and the USA itself paid attention to the sport’s global impact, showing readiness to advance this sport and start a new chapter of cricket.
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