Virat Kohli turns back after umpire signals him to walk, argues with Shubman Gill before having the last laugh

However, just before that, Kohli found himself at the centre of drama when he was almost dismissed. Kohli was on 63 when Shubman Gill seemingly held on to a catch, bringing his superb knock to an end. But Kohli wasn't convinced. He knew it wasn't as straightforward as it looked. After consulting the umpire, Kohli was initially told to walk. But just as he started making his way back, he quickly turned around. The third umpire was summoned, and that's when things got really interesting.

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The replay showed that Gill's catch wasn't clean. After Kohli mistimed a delivery from Arshad Khan, Gill dived low in front, but as he attempted to get his hands underneath the ball, a part of it appeared to be in contact with the ground. After reviewing multiple angles, the third umpire was convinced. Kohli had survived and earned the opportunity to remain in the middle and put the finishing touches on the chase.

Even as the replays played on the big screen, Kohli gestured towards them before walking up to Gill, appearing to disagree with the GT captain's claim that the catch was clean. Moments later, when the giant NOT OUT flashed up in green, Kohli pumped his fist in celebration, ultimately having the last laugh.

Watch the drama below:

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