Virat Kohli is more than just a marketable name promoting T20 cricket. The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) opener once again confirmed that “he still has the game in him”. While Virat Kohli proved that he still has what it takes at the T20 level with his 77-run win over Kings XI Punjab in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, his post-match comments at the presentation ceremony More powerful. However, what Kohli did ahead of the awards ceremony has divided fans.
In a video that surfaced on social media, Kohli can be seen dancing before the award ceremony as if to warn someone. The video caused an uproar on social media.
Virat Kohli in a cheerful mood before his post-match speech pic.twitter.com/6u0KsSFHTj
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During the awards ceremony, Kohli’s place in the team was met with unfounded discussions ahead of his World Cup debut in the United States. Kohli, who returned from a two-month paternity leave, scored a match-winning 77 off 49 balls against Royal Challengers Bangalore against Kings XI Punjab on Monday night and deservedly received the man-of-the-match honors.
“I know that when it comes to T20 cricket, my name is very much associated with promoting the game in many parts of the world right now. But, I guess, I still get it,” the 35-year-old, who has two children said the father in his speech after the game.
His comments come amid ongoing media speculation over the line-up for the mega tournament, which will be jointly hosted by the United States and West Indies starting on June 1.
Former players like Kevin Pietersen have asked whether Kohli will be in the Indian team purely because of his ability or because he is a superstar who can attract fans. Kohli is averaging over 50 in this format with a strike rate of 138.15.
The hallmark of Kohli’s elegant batting on Monday night was the way he stepped out to chase fast bowlers past the extra cover boundary.
The former India captain has nothing left to prove but realizes that the T20 format needs to evolve.
“Well, I mean you’ve got to (make some additions to your game),” he said when asked about playing offside against the Pacers.
“People know I play well off screens, so they don’t let me drive through the gap, and with guys like KG (Kagiso Rabada) and Ashdeep (Singh), he’s very High. So, I mean, if they’re hitting length, you’ve got to generate some momentum in the ball.
“Once you’re closer to the ball, you’re canceling out the bounce that’s going to happen. You’re going to hit it earlier. So, I mean, you’ve got to have a game plan here and there and try to keep improving your game.” game,” he explained in his post-match speech.
With PTI input
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