During RCB\u2019s chase, Kohli and Head exchanged words, though the exact nature of the conversation is still unclear. After SRH sealed a 55\u2011run victory, Head attempted to shake hands with Kohli during the customary post\u2011match greetings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Kohli, however, walked past him without responding and refused to shake hands with him while greeting other SRH players in his usual manner. The incident quickly went viral on social media and triggered intense reactions online.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt feels like a repeat of the abuse that happened after the World Cup. I woke up to my socials blasting... We are fine, but they are attacking my friends and family,\u201d Jessica told The Advertiser on Monday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Jessica also revealed that similar instances of online abuse happened after Australia defeated India in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, the World Test Championship final and the 2024 Boxing Day Test and urged fans to be more respectful towards cricketers and their families on social media.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt feels like a repeat of the abuse that happened after the World Cup. I woke up to my socials blasting... We are fine, but they are attacking my friends and family,\u201d Jessica told The Advertiser on Monday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
RCB will now face Gujarat Titans (GT) in Qualifier 1 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Tuesday. SRH finished third and will play the Eliminator against the Rajasthan Royals at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh on Wednesday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n