'Neither Richards nor Bradman': Kohli, Rohit told to follow Yuvraj Singh, reminded they 'aren't bigger than the game'
2 months, 1 week ago

'Neither Richards nor Bradman': Kohli, Rohit told to follow Yuvraj Singh, reminded they 'aren't bigger than the game'

Hindustan Times  

Former cricketer Yograj Singh has advised India batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to play domestic cricket to regain form. After their below-par performances in red-ball cricket, several former cricketers advised them to play Ranji Trophy matches, and Yograj has also joined the same bandwagon, stating that no one is bigger than cricket, not even greats like Viv Richards or Don Bradman. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have been advised by several former cricketers to play domestic cricket to regain form. Yograj, father of Yuvraj Singh, stated that if seniors like Kohli and Rohit play domestic cricket, it will also benefit the youngsters who can play with them.

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