Virat Kohlis Teammate Denied Entry At Lord's 3rd Test As Security Fails To Recognize Him, Dinesh Karthik Intervenes - Incident Caught On Camera
His situation remained unresolved until former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik appeared unexpectedly. Karthik, who had stepped out to take a phone call, was spotted by Jitesh amidst the crowd. Surrounded by fans, Jitesh called out for Karthik's help. However, Karthik did not initially notice him as he was still on the call. Eventually, Jitesh had to call Karthik directly, who then helped him bypass the long queue and enter the stadium.
pic.twitter.com/7gqAeAJHtx — Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) July 16, 2025
Career Highlights
Jitesh has gained recognition in Indian cricket since making his T20I debut in 2023, having played seven matches so far. He has yet to feature in ODIs or Tests. Earlier this year, he played a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinching their maiden IPL title by defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final. India currently trails 1-2 in the five-match Test series, following a defeat at Headingley in the opener, a strong comeback at Edgbaston, and a narrow 22 run loss at Lord's. The fourth Test is scheduled to begin on July 23 at Old Trafford in Manchester, followed by the fifth and final match at The Oval in London from July 31 to August 4.
Dinesh Karthik is the batting coach and mentor for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). He took on this role after retiring from playing at the end of the previous season. His responsibilities include guiding the batting lineup, providing strategic input, and mentoring players. He played a vital role in identifying talents across globe in the auctions and bringing them to the squad.
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