‘Especially when India bat first': Ian Bishop gives his verdict on Suryakumar, has his say on Kohli the opener
3 years, 9 months ago

‘Especially when India bat first': Ian Bishop gives his verdict on Suryakumar, has his say on Kohli the opener

Hindustan Times  

India put in a commanding performance in the fifth T20 International against England at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. But Team India produced an impressive all-round display on Saturday to win the tie by 36 runs and seal the five-match series 3-2. READ | ‘Like when Sachin Tendulkar was batting down’: Sunil Gavaskar wants Kohli to continue opening the innings for Team India It was another imposing display with the bat by Suryakumar as he hit 32 runs off 17 balls and looked on course for more before Chris Jordan’s superb catch sent him back to the pavilion. Bishop also said that he wants to see Kohli open the innings more often for India. “I would love to see Kohli open more often especially when India bat first in T20I,” Bishop said.

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Watch: Massive crowd gathers to watch Virat Kohli's practice session in Adelaide
3 weeks ago

Watch: Massive crowd gathers to watch Virat Kohli's practice session in Adelaide

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli practiced hard with the other team members in Adelaide on Tuesday, December 3 ahead of the second Test against Australia. Watch the video here: Virat Kohli defines the true Aura🗿âœè pic.twitter.com/Ly2rSVNrVF — Sachin VK 18 December 3, 2024 Kohli recently found his form back as he scored a magnificent 100* during the second innings of …

Watch: Virat Kohli instantly begins practice after stumps on Day 2 amid poor form
1 month ago

Watch: Virat Kohli instantly begins practice after stumps on Day 2 amid poor form

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli was seen practicing hard in the ground after stumps on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against Australia at Optus Stadium in Perth. While Jaiswal and Rahul made their way back towards the pavilion after their heroic innings, Kohli was seen walking onto the ground and practicing as he faced some deliveries from the …

AUS vs IND, First Test 2024: How has Kohli fared at Optus Stadium in Perth?
1 month ago

AUS vs IND, First Test 2024: How has Kohli fared at Optus Stadium in Perth?

The Hindu  

As India begins its Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Friday against Australia at the Optus Stadium, a lot of attention will be paid to the away side’s batting fares. On the back of a poor outing at home against New Zealand and several absentees in the lead-up to the opening Test, Virat Kohli will be expected to shoulder the burden of India’s …

Watch: Fans climb on trees to see Virat Kohli bat in Perth practice session
1 month, 1 week ago

Watch: Fans climb on trees to see Virat Kohli bat in Perth practice session

India Today  

Indian cricket fans in Australia went an extra mile to watch their star batter Virat Kohli bat as they had to climb the trees to watch his practice session in Perth. Virat Kohli in the practice session at WACA, Perth 🐐ðŸ”å pic.twitter.com/XxZyf5M9Dy — Virat Kohli Fan Club November 14, 2024 Kohli hasn’t been in the best of forms in recent …

Let's look at Virat Kohli's stunning record against Sri Lanka ahead of 1st ODI
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Let's look at Virat Kohli's stunning record against Sri Lanka ahead of 1st ODI

Hindustan Times  

Colombo, : As Men in Blue prepare for the first ODI against Sri Lanka taking place on Friday, all eyes will be on star India batter Virat Kohli, who has a phenomenal record against Sri Lanka and loves playing in Colombo, where the entirety of the three-match series will take place. Let's look at Virat Kohli's stunning record against Sri …

Virat Kohli's incredible T20 World Cup semi-final record up in smoke as ex-India skipper hits new low against England
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli's incredible T20 World Cup semi-final record up in smoke as ex-India skipper hits new low against England

Hindustan Times  

A lot was expected from Virat Kohli when the talismanic batter of the Indian side walked out to bat with skipper Rohit Sharma against Jos Buttler’s England on Thursday. Virat Kohli has scored just 75 runs in seven innings at the T20 World Cup Facing the heat for his below-par run at the T20 World Cup, Kohli deposited the first …

T20 World Cup: Time running out for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Do India need to press the panic button?
6 months ago

T20 World Cup: Time running out for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Do India need to press the panic button?

Hindustan Times  

Until the start of this month, in five T20 World Cups dating back to 2012, Virat Kohli hadn’t gone more than two innings in a row without a half-century. India's openers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during ICC T20 World Cup 2024 In his last T20 International before this World Cup, Rohit Sharma celebrated his comeback to the 20-over format …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma warned by Brian Lara in lead-up to Afghanistan clash at WC: ‘2 world-class players but…’
6 months ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma warned by Brian Lara in lead-up to Afghanistan clash at WC: ‘2 world-class players but…’

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be tasked to give India a promising start against Afghanistan in the upcoming Super 8 fixture of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 on Thursday. Talking about the world-class batting duo of Rohit and Kohli, legendary West Indies cricketer Brian Lara feels either one of the Indian openers can drop anchor on the Caribbean …

'Virat Kohli will say, you brought me down...': Ravichandran Ashwin gives explosive take on India's top-order conundrum
6 months ago

'Virat Kohli will say, you brought me down...': Ravichandran Ashwin gives explosive take on India's top-order conundrum

Hindustan Times  

One, four and zero - the story so far for Virat Kohli as India's best batter across all formats is yet to announce his arrival at the grandest stage of them all - the ICC T20 World Cup. Ashwin discussed Kohli's batting position amid the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup Unfortunately for run-machine Kohli, a record-setting season …

India hope to see the Rohit-Virat show in Super Eights
6 months ago

India hope to see the Rohit-Virat show in Super Eights

Hindustan Times  

It is a fitting coincidence that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have scored 4,042 runs each in T20Is for India. India's openers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during the Group A match against Pakistan in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Rohit is 37 while Kohli will turn 36 in November, which means that neither is certain of playing another …

Virat Kohli confirmed as India opener against Pakistan despite Ireland failure, No.3 spot goes to...
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli confirmed as India opener against Pakistan despite Ireland failure, No.3 spot goes to...

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli's T20 World Cup debut as an opener did not go according to plan as the former India captain was dismissed for 1 off 5 balls in India's Group A match against Ireland at the Nassau County Cricket Stadium in New York. Virat Kohli of India plays a shot during the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup match vs …

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli To Open? India Go In Without Yashasvi Jaiswal In IND vs IRE T20 World Cup 2024 Clash
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli To Open? India Go In Without Yashasvi Jaiswal In IND vs IRE T20 World Cup 2024 Clash

ABP News  

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to open? It's time to get over the ODI World Cup 2023 heartbreak for all Indian fans as India's T20 World Cup 2024 gets underway at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. The T20 World Cup 2024 presents the captain coach duo of Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid, a perfect chance for redemption …

Virat Kohli should open with Rohit Sharma in T20 World Cup: Sunil Gavaskar
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli should open with Rohit Sharma in T20 World Cup: Sunil Gavaskar

India Today  

India's legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar wanted Virat Kohli to open alongside Rohit Sharma in the T20 World Cup. Team India will kick off their T20 World Cup campaign by facing Ireland in the Group A match at the Nassau County Cricket Stadium in New York on June 5. T20 World Cup: Full Coverage | Complete Schedule Kohli had a sensational …

Why is Virat Kohli not playing in India vs Bangladesh T20 World Cup 2024 warm-up match?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Why is Virat Kohli not playing in India vs Bangladesh T20 World Cup 2024 warm-up match?

India TV News  

Captain Rohit Sharma won the toss as India elected to bat first against Bangladesh in their only T20 World Cup 2024 warm-up match in New York on Saturday, June 1. Virat Kohli arrived at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium to start preparations for the game but missed out on India's playing eleven. Rohit revealed that Virat arrived just a day …

India forced themselves into opening with Kohli and Rohit, says Manjrekar in damning take on 'move that hasn't worked'
6 months, 3 weeks ago

India forced themselves into opening with Kohli and Rohit, says Manjrekar in damning take on 'move that hasn't worked'

Hindustan Times  

The T20 World Cup starts on Sunday with co-hosts USA facing Canada. India will be led by captain Rohit Sharma, who alongwith Virat Kohli, made his first T20I appearance earlier this year since India's defeat in the 2022 T20 World Cup semi-final. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma experienced contrasting fortunes in the 2024 IPL. However, former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar …

Hardik's intense 40-minute bowling drill; Rohit Sharma, Rahul Dravid's T20WC intentions outlined in 1st training session
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Hardik's intense 40-minute bowling drill; Rohit Sharma, Rahul Dravid's T20WC intentions outlined in 1st training session

Hindustan Times  

Team India had their first practice sessions for the T20 World Cup on Thursday at the Cantiague Park in New York ahead of their warm-up fixture against Bangladesh on Saturday at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium. Hardik Pandya took centre stage in India's first training session for T20 World Cup Virat Kohli, who reportedly extended his break after the …

T20 World Cup: Rohit should bat at No. 3, says this veteran
6 months, 3 weeks ago

T20 World Cup: Rohit should bat at No. 3, says this veteran

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Former Indian player, Wasim Jaffer has preferred a different batting position for team India star opener and Captain Rohit Sharma in the upcoming T20 World Cup. There are many reports claiming a change in the Indian batting order, but not a single one involved Rohit Sharma. Some fans are in sync with the veteran player's advice as Rohit played …

Virat Kohli to open with Rohit Sharma, Jaiswal left hanging in India's Playing XI for T20 World Cup by Ricky Ponting
7 months ago

Virat Kohli to open with Rohit Sharma, Jaiswal left hanging in India's Playing XI for T20 World Cup by Ricky Ponting

Hindustan Times  

Team India will begin its campaign at the T20 World Cup next month, aiming to end its 11-year drought for an ICC trophy. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to open India's batting, according to Ricky Ponting Despite his impressive run tally, questions linger about his strike rate at the top of the order, prompting discussions on whether he should retain …

'Virat Kohli has the right to bat wherever he wants': Finch, Paine debate over India's batting line-up at T20 World Cup
7 months, 1 week ago

'Virat Kohli has the right to bat wherever he wants': Finch, Paine debate over India's batting line-up at T20 World Cup

Hindustan Times  

If there is one debate bigger than Virat Kohli's strike-rate in the IPL 2024, it's where he is going to bat for India at the T20 World Cup. 3: Where do you want to see Virat Kohli bat at the T20 World Cup? The mystery hovering over Kohli's batting position has crossed shores and reached Australia, where Aaron Finch and …

'Tendulkar batted at 4 even when he didn't like it': Sehwag's commanding message to Virat Kohli over T20 World Cup role
7 months, 3 weeks ago

'Tendulkar batted at 4 even when he didn't like it': Sehwag's commanding message to Virat Kohli over T20 World Cup role

Hindustan Times  

The T20 World Cup squad is set to be announced on Monday, and the speculations are rife over who could potentially make it to the 15-member touring party to the Americas. One name, however, which is reportedly certain to get on the place to the USA is India's star batter, Virat Kohli. The 35-year-old, who is currently playing for the …

Kohli's continuing middle-phase puzzle
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Kohli's continuing middle-phase puzzle

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: When Sunrisers Hyderabad opened the bowling with Abhishek Sharma against Virat Kohli, it was a no-brainer. Spin is a negative match-up against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter up front and every one in the cricketing fraternity knows it. Kohli went on to charge at Pat Cummins and flick him for four and then lofted the Australian inside out — …

No place for Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill as Ajit Agarkar sent brand new 'Virat Kohli should open in T20 WC' suggestion
8 months, 1 week ago

No place for Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill as Ajit Agarkar sent brand new 'Virat Kohli should open in T20 WC' suggestion

Hindustan Times  

With exactly a fortnight's time left before BCCI announces the 15-member squad for India's T20 World Cup tournament in June, chief selector Ajit Agarkar has been sent a brand new suggestion. Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull wants India to feature Virat Kohli, who has been in sublime touch in the ongoing IPL 2024, as an opener as he revealed …

For Kohli and Rohit, reinvention is the name of the game
11 months, 1 week ago

For Kohli and Rohit, reinvention is the name of the game

Hindustan Times  

Chasing down 173 is one thing but wrapping it up in 15.4 overs is another. Not just that, Kohli’s innings effectively negated Rohit Sharma’s golden duck, underpinning why India shouldn’t mind such an approach as long as the wins keep coming. It was imperative for both Sharma and Kohli to buy in a different way of batting in their first …

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma the focus in second Afghanistan T20I tie
11 months, 1 week ago

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma the focus in second Afghanistan T20I tie

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are no strangers to the spotlight. India's captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during a practice session ahead of the second T20I cricket match between India and Afghanistan, at Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore The debate is likely to linger all the way through the build-up to the T20 World Cup. With run rates constantly …

Suresh Raina's big take on Team India's opening dilemma
11 months, 1 week ago

Suresh Raina's big take on Team India's opening dilemma

Firstpost  

Talks of Virat Kohli opening along with skipper Rohit Sharma in T20Is once again resurfaced after the two Team India stalwarts were named in the squad for the series against Afghanistan. Team India head coach Rahul Dravid recently talked about the prospects of Kohli and Rohit opening the innings. However, former India cricketer Suresh Raina did not seem much impressed …

'If Kohli becomes slow against...': Ex-India star's crucial advice for Dravid ahead of AFG T20Is
11 months, 1 week ago

'If Kohli becomes slow against...': Ex-India star's crucial advice for Dravid ahead of AFG T20Is

Hindustan Times  

Former India skipper Virat Kohli is set to miss the series opener between Rohit Sharma's men and Afghanistan in Mohali on Thursday. India's Virat Kohli with head coach Rahul Dravid during a warmup session The 2022 T20 World Cup semi-final between India and England was the last time when the duo played a game together in the shortest format. Speaking …

'Find better ways to hype...': Indian fans left fuming as England's Barmy Army take a shot at Kohli in 'Ashes' tweet
1 year, 6 months ago

'Find better ways to hype...': Indian fans left fuming as England's Barmy Army take a shot at Kohli in 'Ashes' tweet

Hindustan Times  

The Barmy Army were in full voice for much of Day 2 of the first Ashes Test as England kept the pressure on Australia after extraordinarily declaring on 393/8 at the end of the first day. Virat Kohli ended up getting some banter from the Barmy Army amid the Ashes frenzy On the online platform, though, it wasn't just the …

'Indian batsmen are stats-driven. Virat Kohli is one who...': Lloyd makes bold India-England 'Bazball' remark
2 years ago

'Indian batsmen are stats-driven. Virat Kohli is one who...': Lloyd makes bold India-England 'Bazball' remark

Hindustan Times  

England's sensational win over Pakistan in Rawalpindi is another example how Test cricket should and needs to be played. On an absolute dud wicket, which had nothing for the bowlers, Ben Stokes led his team to a handsome 75-run win, bowling out Pakistan for 268 in the fourth innings. Virat Kohli and Ben Stokes The win has once again highlighted …

India vs England: Virat Kohli gets dismissed for the first time in Adelaide in T20Is
2 years, 1 month ago

India vs England: Virat Kohli gets dismissed for the first time in Adelaide in T20Is

India Today  

Virat Kohli's incredible streak at Adelaide Oval came to an end on Thursday as he was dismissed for the first time at the ground during the second semi-final between India and England. Kohli was dismissed by Chris Jordan on the day, as the star batter hit a wide yorker into the hands of Adil Rashid after scoring another fifty in …

T20 World Cup: I play a different role when I'm out there with Suryakumar Yadav says Virat Kohli
2 years, 2 months ago

T20 World Cup: I play a different role when I'm out there with Suryakumar Yadav says Virat Kohli

India TV News  

Virat Kohli shared his experience of batting with Suryakumar Yadav, ahead of the India vs Pakistan match on Sunday.During the recent home series against Australia, Kohli played second fiddle with Suryakumar. "It's a great space to be while batting out there in the middle with SKY," Kohli said. In the final T20I lagainst three-match series against Australia last month, both …

India vs South Africa, 1st T20I Predicted XI: Will Virat Kohli open with Rohit Sharma?
2 years, 2 months ago

India vs South Africa, 1st T20I Predicted XI: Will Virat Kohli open with Rohit Sharma?

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma recently said there is a chance that Virat Kohli might open at the T20 World Cup. With India trying out combinations as part of final preparation, will fans get to see Kohli opening the innings against South Africa? Predicted Playing XI: India- Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Karthik, R. Ashwin, …

Virat Kohli Makes His Intent Clear At Nets Ahead Of Ind vs Aus 1st T20I - WATCH
2 years, 3 months ago

Virat Kohli Makes His Intent Clear At Nets Ahead Of Ind vs Aus 1st T20I - WATCH

ABP News  

Virat Kohli net practice batting video: Rohit Sharma-led team India is slated to play a three-match T20 series against Australia, starting from Tuesday. Former India skipper Virat Kohli appeared in his full swing during the intense batting net session. Virat's focus in the net session shows that he doesn't want to lose his momentum and rhythm ahead of T20 World …

Virat Kohli opening at T20 World Cup is an option for us: India captain Rohit Sharma
2 years, 3 months ago

Virat Kohli opening at T20 World Cup is an option for us: India captain Rohit Sharma

India Today  

India are set to test out their combinations against Australia as the final preparations begin ahead of the T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in the months of October and November. Ahead of the three-match series against the defending champions, India captain Rohit Sharma has said that there is a chance that Virat Kohli might open for India in …

One goes very aggressive, other finds gaps and creates boundaries: Parthiv Patel on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli
2 years, 3 months ago

One goes very aggressive, other finds gaps and creates boundaries: Parthiv Patel on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli

India Today  

Former India cricketer Parthiv Patel said that Virat Kohli gives "right balance" at the top and should open alongside Rohit Sharma in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022. Virat Kohli opened India's innings in the absence of Rohit Sharma in the Super Four match against Afghanistan in the Asia Cup. The former cricketer said that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli …

Virat Kohli opening the batting for India in T20Is is a great option: Rohan Gavaskar
2 years, 3 months ago

Virat Kohli opening the batting for India in T20Is is a great option: Rohan Gavaskar

India Today  

Former left-handed batter Rohan Gavaskar reckoned that KL Rahul will have to sacrifice his position at the top if Virat Kohli continues to open for India in T20Is. Gavaskar, also a retired Indian cricketer, said that giving Kohli regular chances to open the batting isn’t a bad option by any stretch of the imagination. Forget about the weakened opposition, it …

'It'd be brilliant idea but not sure KL Rahul will...': Gavaskar, Harbhajan give verdict on Kohli opening in T20Is
2 years, 3 months ago

'It'd be brilliant idea but not sure KL Rahul will...': Gavaskar, Harbhajan give verdict on Kohli opening in T20Is

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Virat Kohli silenced his critics with his 71st international century that world cricket waited for 1019 days. Virat Kohli with KL Rahul; Sunil Gavaskar; Harbhajan Singh KL Rahul has been India's mainstay opener in the T20I cricket, with his combination with captain Rohit Sharma at the top of the order backed by many. "Indian team needs to …

Asia Cup 2022 | 'So then should I sit out?': KL Rahul's counter-query when asked if Virat Kohli should open in T20Is
2 years, 3 months ago

Asia Cup 2022 | 'So then should I sit out?': KL Rahul's counter-query when asked if Virat Kohli should open in T20Is

The Hindu  

KL Rahul was a bit taken aback when asked if Virat Kohli, who struck his maiden T20I century during Asia Cup match against Afghanistan, should continue to bat as an opener going into cricket World Cup alongside Rohit Sharma. With Rohit Shama opting out of inconsequential contest against Afghanistan, Virat Kohli opened the batting with Rahul. "Toh kya mai khud …

Rahul’s counter-query when asked if Kohli should open in T20Is: ‘Do you want me to sit out?’
2 years, 3 months ago

Rahul’s counter-query when asked if Kohli should open in T20Is: ‘Do you want me to sit out?’

The Hindu  

KL Rahul was a bit taken aback when asked if Virat Kohli, who struck his maiden T20I century during Asia Cup match against Afghanistan, should continue to bat as an opener going into World Cup alongside Rohit Sharma. The question was loaded because if Kohli opens the batting, it would mean that Rahul, whose T20 batting approach is already under …

So you want me to sit out? KL Rahul gives a befitting reply when asked should Virat Kohli open for India
2 years, 3 months ago

So you want me to sit out? KL Rahul gives a befitting reply when asked should Virat Kohli open for India

India Today  

India stand-in captain KL Rahul gave a befitting reply when he was asked should former skipper Virat Kohli open the innings for the team. Kohli opened the innings for India alongside Rahul in the team's Super Four match against Afghanistan at the 2022 Asia Cup. During the match, Kohli also became the second India player after Rohit Sharma to hit …

‘Kohli kept team ahead of him': Ex-IND spinner backs under fire Virat, says ‘embraced their attacking brand of cricket’
2 years, 5 months ago

‘Kohli kept team ahead of him': Ex-IND spinner backs under fire Virat, says ‘embraced their attacking brand of cricket’

Hindustan Times  

India's talismanic batter Virat Kohli has been struggling for runs and there doesn't seem to be an end to it. Playing his first white-ball match of the series, he was packed on 1 by Richard Gleeson, following which many experts feel Kohli's spot in India's middle-order could well be in danger. Virat Kohli reacts at the end of 2nd T20I …

‘Both Kohli, Rohit need break before T20 World Cup’: Sri Lanka legend
2 years, 6 months ago

‘Both Kohli, Rohit need break before T20 World Cup’: Sri Lanka legend

Hindustan Times  

A poor run of form in the ongoing 2022 Indian Premier League for both the India stalwarts has resulted into veteran cricketers debating on whether Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should take a break from cricket after the tournament. India's Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Mumbai Indians skipper wrapped a forgettable IPL season in 2022, managing only 268 runs in …

Ravi Shastri gives his verdict on Kohli's batting position in RCB for IPL 2022
2 years, 8 months ago

Ravi Shastri gives his verdict on Kohli's batting position in RCB for IPL 2022

Hindustan Times  

One of the key talking points for Royal Challengers Bangalore ahead of the start of the 15th season of the Indian Premier League is their batting line-up, particularly pertaining to former captain Virat Kohli's position. And on Thursday, former India head coach Ravi Shastri gave his verdict on Kohli's batting position in the franchise's playing XI. Ravi Shastri; Virat Kohli …

'That is when Kohli is at his best': Vettori has his say on former RCB skipper's batting position in IPL 2022
2 years, 9 months ago

'That is when Kohli is at his best': Vettori has his say on former RCB skipper's batting position in IPL 2022

Hindustan Times  

Former Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Daniel Vettori has said that getting Virat Kohli to open is the way to go for the franchise in the 2022 season of the Indian Premier League. Kohli's batting position has become a talking point once again with the addition of Faf du Plessis, another top order batter, as captain in the squad. Vettori said …

Without safety net of captaincy, Virat Kohli has his work cut out in bid to reclaim status as India’s No 1 batter
2 years, 9 months ago

Without safety net of captaincy, Virat Kohli has his work cut out in bid to reclaim status as India’s No 1 batter

Firstpost  

Each time Virat Kohli fails to keep his tryst with a three-figure knock, the pressure will mount as much in his own mind as in the mind-space of the most significant stakeholders, the national selectors and the paying spectators. The second of those modest scores pulled Kohli’s Test average down to 49.95, the first time since – ironically coincidentally, the …

Rohit Sharma leading an aggressive powerplay is the template India should build on in T20Is: Ian Bishop
2 years, 10 months ago

Rohit Sharma leading an aggressive powerplay is the template India should build on in T20Is: Ian Bishop

India Today  

Former West Indies fast bowler Ian Bishop said he liked what he saw in the first T20I between India and West Indies, referring to the quick start that the hosts had in their chase of 158 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. India raced to 58 for 0 in the powerplay with captain Rohit Sharma taking the attack …

For first time in seven years, all eyes on Kohli the batter as India take on SA in ODIs
2 years, 11 months ago

For first time in seven years, all eyes on Kohli the batter as India take on SA in ODIs

India TV News  

Highlights He did not want to leave ODI captaincy after relinquishing the role in the shortest format. The mighty Virat Kohli's presence in the Indian playing eleven as a mere player for the first time in seven years will be keenly followed while his potential successor in red-ball cricket, K L Rahul, will be judged for his captaincy in the …

Confused, tentative India face the exit door in T20 World Cup
3 years, 1 month ago

Confused, tentative India face the exit door in T20 World Cup

Hindustan Times  

Another Sunday evening and another India game. Minutes to go before India take first strike against New Zealand, and the traffic has come to a grinding halt in Dubai. A loss in the World Test Championship final, subsequent debate around his captainship, his call to put an end date to his IPL and India T20 leadership roles - Kohli’s brain …

Virat Kohli Has To Open or Else India’s T20 Team's Moving in the Wrong Direction
3 years, 1 month ago

Virat Kohli Has To Open or Else India’s T20 Team's Moving in the Wrong Direction

The Quint  

Rohit and Virat Need to Open Sharma and Kohli are India’s two best batsmen and they have to open the batting together in this format. If the skipper and his vice-captain don't open, then it's tough to even see them find a place in the format for India. They may continue to feature for their respective IPL franchises, but if …

T20 World Cup 2021: I will bat at No. 3, KL Rahul will open with Rohit Sharma: Virat Kohli
3 years, 2 months ago

T20 World Cup 2021: I will bat at No. 3, KL Rahul will open with Rohit Sharma: Virat Kohli

India TV News  

India captain Virat Kohli on Monday said he will bat at number three instead of opening the innings in the ICC T20 World Cup with KL Rahul having sealed the second opener's slot alongside Rohit Sharma. The Indian skipper kept it open-ended when asked about the team's top-six batters going into the opening match of the tournament against arch-rivals Pakistan …

'Things have changed after the IPL': Kohli names India's opening pair for T20 World Cup, reveals where he will bat
3 years, 2 months ago

'Things have changed after the IPL': Kohli names India's opening pair for T20 World Cup, reveals where he will bat

Hindustan Times  

What will India's top order look like is one of the biggest questions heading into the T20 World Cup. Rohit Sharma was the only certainty at the top, with the major toss up being between captain Virat Kohli and KL Rahul. However, at the toss of India's first warm-up game against England in Dubai, Kohli revealed that there has been …

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