India, May 2 -- Cricket aficionados in India have been glued to their TVs or smartphones for the last few weeks. But, many have taken their expression of love a step further by getting cricket-related tattoos made to cheer for their favourite cricketers. For Delhi-based IT professional Shashank Sharma, his love for Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Virat Kohli is paramount. "I got Virat's jersey number 18 tattooed (left inset), because it carries the spirit of someone who gave everything to the game. Virat made that number a symbol of resilience, courage, and never backing down, no matter how tough it got," he says. Vikas Malani, tattoo artist and co-founder of BodyCanvas Tattoos, Mumbai and London, says the love for cricket, IPL and self-expression through tattoos make winning combos. While minimal tattoos start at Rs.4,000 to Rs.5,000, they go up to a lakh or more, depending on the nature and size. "Clients are showcasing their passion for cricket through tattoo art, making it a unique way to celebrate their favourite teams and players. Among all cricket-related tattoos people have asked for lately, Virat's armband design is the most famous. The cost for that usually ranges between Rs.50,000 to Rs.1 lakh, depending on the level of the tattoo artist. They take about 8 to 12 hours to complete," says Vikas. The love for cricket runs so deep around this time that some fans get detailed portraits of their favourite cricketers, while others go a step further and get the same tattoos their idols have. "Ever since Virat Kohli's tattoos gained popularity, he has been the top choice for tattoo inspirations," says Prashant Yaduvanshi, tattoo artist and founder of Shaman Ink, Delhi....