India and South Africa will potentially fight out for a top spot in the points table on November 5 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. What makes this clash even more special is that it falls on the birthday of India's legendary cricketer, Virat Kohli, who will be turning 35.

To celebrate the milestone, the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) is preparing a remarkable ceremony. The CAB has planned an extravagant celebration for Kohli, including a special laser show and fireworks before the commencement of the match. They will also distribute 70,000 face masks featuring Kohli's likeness to the fans in attendance.

CAB President Snehasish Ganguly shared some insights into the festivities, mentioning that a unique cake has been ordered for Virat Kohli, with a design that resonates with his persona. The design of the cake is being kept under wraps for now to maintain the element of surprise.

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"We have ordered a cake for Virat, and the design will be something everyone identifies with Virat Kohli," Snehasish Ganguly, President CAB told RevSportz.

“I am not sharing the pictures yet, for let that be a surprise. Also, we plan to host a fireworks show during the mid-innings interval for Virat and the crowd. It will be our way of celebrating his birthday, and our way of saying that the entire Kolkata crowd are part of the celebrations. We are sure of a full house and everyone in the stands is a Virat fan. It is a gesture on behalf of all of them,” Snehasish added.

'King Kohli' himself will be at the centre of attention as he continues to shine in the ongoing World Cup. The Royal Challengers Bangalore batsman has already accumulated 354 runs in the tournament, featuring a century and three half-centuries in his name.

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Eden Gardens, often referred to as the "Mecca of Indian cricket," is all set to witness history in the making on Kohli's special day. India will be returning to the iconic stadium to play a world cup game after 27 years. They last played here in 1996 in a drama-packed match against Sri Lanka. In the 2011 World Cup, India was supposed to play against England at Eden Gardens but due to the ground not being prepared on time, the venue was shifted.