Virat Kohli Clinches 'Pubity Athlete of the Year-2023' Title, Triumphs Over Lionel Messi
In a remarkable turn of events, Indian cricket maestro Virat Kohli emerged victorious as the 'Pubity Athlete of the Year-2023,' outshining football legend Lionel Messi with an impressive 78-22 margin in the final vote count. The accolade, organized by Pubity Sport, a subsidiary of the popular Instagram page Pubity, reflects Kohli's stellar performance and widespread fan support.
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| Virat Kohli became ‘Pubity Athlete of the Year-2023’ by defeating Lionel Messi by a huge margin. |
Pubity: An Online Hub of Popularity
Pubity, an online community with over 35 million Instagram followers, spans 20 channels, covering entertainment and news. Pubity Sport, a subdivision dedicated to sports-related content, orchestrated a fan vote system on Instagram, allowing millions of fans to actively participate in selecting the Athlete of the Year.
A Star-Studded Poll
The online poll conducted by Pubity Sport featured 16 exceptional athletes from various sports, including iconic figures like Virat Kohli, Lionel Messi, Novak Djokovic, Pat Cummins, LeBron James, Erling Haaland, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Max Verstappen. The fierce competition among these sporting giants added to the anticipation and excitement surrounding the award.
Kohli's Stellar 2023 Performance
Virat Kohli's triumph in the 'Pubity Athlete of the Year-2023' category is a testament to his outstanding performance throughout the year. The star batsman had a phenomenal 2023, scoring eight centuries and 10 half-centuries, accumulating a total of 2048 runs across all formats. His standout contribution included an impressive 765 runs in the recently concluded 2023 ODI World Cup, where he emerged as the highest run-scorer in a single edition of the prestigious tournament.
Messi's Remarkable Achievements
While Lionel Messi faced defeat in the Pubity Athlete of the Year poll, his achievements in 2023 are noteworthy. Messi secured the Ballon d'Or in 2023 for his exceptional performance in 2022. His contributions were pivotal in helping Paris-Saint Germain clinch the 2022–23 Ligue 1 title, amassing 41 goals and assists in the same number of games.
Messi's crowning moment occurred in December 2022 in Qatar, where he played a pivotal role in Argentina's triumph at the FIFA World Cup. The football legend recorded seven goals and three assists in seven games, earning the coveted Golden Ball in the quadrangular tournament.
In conclusion, Virat Kohli's victory in the 'Pubity Athlete of the Year-2023' category signifies not only his individual brilliance but also the immense support he enjoys from fans worldwide. This recognition adds another feather to Kohli's illustrious cap and sets the stage for an exciting year ahead in the world of sports.
