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'Irrelevant Without Virat Kohli': Social Media Erupts Over Empty Stadium In IND vs AFG ODI
Suyash Sahay | June 17, 2026 6:11 PM CST

IND vs AFG 2nd ODI Empty Stadium: The IND vs AFG 2nd ODI at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow became a major talking point on social media, not just for the cricketing action but also for the crowd turnout. Images and videos of the live broadcast showing several empty sections inside the venue quickly went viral, sparking widespread discussion among fans online. Many expressed surprise at the attendance figures considering the star-studded line-up on display during the India vs Afghanistan ODI.

The Indian team features some of the biggest names in the sport, including Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan and KL Rahul. Afghanistan, meanwhile, boasts one of the moRE popular cricketers in Rashid Khan.

Social Media Reacts To IND vs AFG 2nd ODI

The discussion intensified as several posts highlighting the crowd situation gained traction online. One user even went on to state that cricket is irrelevant without Virat Kohli, who is currently out of action due to a hamstring injury.

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Why Does The Stadium Look Empty?

An exact reason for the largely empty stadium is unknown, and while Virat Kohli is a big miss for the Indian team, it is worth noting that there was a packed crowd for the first India vs Afghanistan ODI in Dharamshala just a couple of days ago. 

Today's match is in Lucknow, where the temperaturs are high in the summer heat. Additionally, this match is being played on a weekday in working hours, which seeems to be another likely reason for the low turnout. 

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