In a tone reminiscent of Australian idiosyncrasy, Virat Kohli has rejected the label of “the most Australian of non-Australians.” Instead, the player identifies as a representative of a “new India” that faces all challenges with determination.
The reception Kohli has received on this tour of Australia has been unprecedented. Former test players, newspapers, and television channels are only talking about Kohli and the impact his absence will have on the three test matches he will not play.
Kohli is the most Australian non-Australian cricketer of all time.
Greg Chappell
However, Kohli feels comfortable being himself.
First of all, I would like to say that I have always been myself. The way my personality and character are, I think it is a representation of the new India. And that’s how I see it. It’s not so much in my mind a comparison to being similar to the Australian mentality or anything like that.
Virat KohliFor Kohli, this represents the way the Indian cricket team has begun to stand out. His personality has always been like this from day one, representing a new India that wants to face challenges, move forward with optimism and positivity, and be prepared for any challenge.
Kohli acknowledged that Australia, as a country, welcomes those who are successful in their lands.
I’ve been touring this place for many years and it’s a wonderful place to play cricket. When you perform well here, you earn the respect of the public. Obviously, there will be expectation and conversation around wanting to see you play. The same goes for Jasprit Bumrah. The last time he performed very well here. Obviously, there will be expectation and excitement to see him bowl. The same goes for me, I’ve been coming here for many years.
Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli tiene varios asuntos que tratar antes de la serie de pruebas.The team’s main focus is for the general public to want to see India perform as a team, which was the highlight of the last tour. All external issues are not under their control. This is good for the series’ publicity, but the focus remains on how they can perform as a team.
Knowing what the Indian team is like, the others will be happy to go unnoticed and let Kohli take all the attention. This is true for the man who will take over the team when Kohli leaves. Ajinkya Rahane has a completely different personality from Kohli, but the India captain promised similar intensity once he leaves.
We have had a lot of understanding and mutual respect over the years. We have had great partnerships batting together, which are based on trust and understanding of what is needed for the team. Jinks has done a tremendous job in the two practice matches. He seems to be very calm and knows the strengths of our team and how we should do things.
Virat Kohli
The way they have played cricket has been a collective effort of the entire team. It’s a cultural effort and not just mine, as I devise strategies and present things to people. It’s the whole team that has joined in. They already know the template we play with and how we want to do things. We are absolutely on the same page.
Kohli trusts that Rahane will do a tremendous job in his absence. While he is there, he will focus on providing captaincy, leadership, and performance as a player in the best possible way. Afterwards, he is sure that Rahane will do a tremendous job. He feels it’s time for Rahane to step up and perform strongly as an individual and also as a captain.
