Kohli: “My personality reflects the new India” in cricket

Virat Kohli: The Representative of a “New India” in Cricket

In a tone that evokes Australian passion, Virat Kohli has rejected the label of being the “most Australian non-Australian”, preferring to define himself as a symbol of a “new India”. This India, according to Kohli, is characterized by its ability to face challenges with courage. The reception Kohli has received in Australia has been unprecedented. Former test players, newspapers, and television channels have focused their attention on Kohli and the impact his absence will have in the three test matches in which he will not participate.

Kohli is the most Australian non-Australian cricketer of all time.

Greg Chappell

Kohli, however, feels comfortable being true to himself.

I have always been myself. My personality and character represent the new India. For me, it’s not about a comparison with the Australian mentality. It’s about how we have begun to stand out as the Indian cricket team. My personality has always been like this from day one. This represents the new India, where we want to take on challenges and move forward with optimism and positivity.

Virat Kohli

Kohli also acknowledged that Australia welcomes with open arms those who perform well on their soil.

I have been visiting this place for many years and it is a wonderful place to play cricket. When you play well here, you earn the respect of the public.

Virat Kohli

He also mentioned the anticipation and excitement surrounding Jasprit Bumrah, who performed well on his last visit. For Kohli, the expectation is similar, having been playing in Australia for many years.

The team’s main focus is for the general public to see India perform as a team, which was the highlight of the last tour. External things are not under their control. For the team, the most important thing is to perform at their best. The Indian team will be happy to go unnoticed and let Kohli take all the attention. Ajinkya Rahane, who will take over the leadership when Kohli leaves, has a completely different personality, but the India captain promised a similar intensity.

We have had a lot of understanding and mutual respect over the years. We have had great partnerships batting together, 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 approach things.

Virat Kohli

Kohli emphasized that the team’s success is a collective effort, a culture that involves the entire team. They are aligned on the strategy and know how they want to play. Kohli trusts that Rahane will do a tremendous job in his absence and believes that it is Rahane’s time to shine and perform to the fullest, both individually and as captain.