Faf du Plessis and Kohli had a great connection in IPL 2022 – many experts speculated about their relationship since Kohli had stepped down as RCB captain, later Du Plessis was selected as the team’s leader after the IPL auction. Faf du Plessis was full of praise for Kohli’s enthusiasm for music and dance, as he recalled how the Indian star made him dance on several occasions during the last IPL season. Faf du Plessis opened up about Kohli, the dancer, during a Royal Challengers Bangalore YouTube video, talking about why it’s so enjoyable to let loose with the Indian cricketer. He commented:
“Virat. He’s really the guy (to party with), isn’t it? We’d have to get some security of course, but he enjoys his dancing. There were a few occasions last year where he pulled me onto the dance floor. But, he enjoys his music, enjoys his dancing. So, probably him.”
“But I’d like something local in it” – Faf Du Plessis
During IPL 2022, David Willey composed a memorable team anthem for RCB. The lyrics went: “The pants are red. The shirt is blue. The golden lion shining through. We’re RCB. We’re playing bold…” When asked if RCB fans can expect a second iteration of the team song, the team’s captain made light of it, saying they plan to give it a more catchy beat and add a bit of the local flavor this time.
“Last year was just about getting to know. It always takes a bit of time for people to start learning it. But I’d like something local in it. Something from Bangalore, even maybe a bit of local language, just so that it feels the song covers everyone. That’s the plan, and then, hopefully, a lot more rhythm as well. I find, especially in the beginning, there’s a lack of rhythm.
“The better you get to know someone, the confidence grows. You want to see people having fun, so hopefully we can sing that song a lot this year.”
Faf du Plessis
RCB will kick off their IPL 2023 season by facing the Mumbai Indians (MI) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday, April 2nd.
