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

Virat Kohli: A Leader Who Embodies the New India in Cricket

The renowned cricket player, Virat Kohli, has rejected the label of being the “most Australian non-Australian”, preferring to define himself as a representative of a “new India”. This new India, according to Kohli, is characterized by facing all challenges with determination. The reception Kohli has received in Australia during this tour has been exceptional. Former test players, media, and television channels have focused their attention on Kohli and the impact of his absence in the three test matches he will not play.

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

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However, Kohli feels comfortable being true to himself. “I have always been myself,” he stated. “My personality and character are a representation of the new India. For me, it’s not about a comparison with the Australian mentality.” Kohli emphasized that it’s about how the Indian cricket team has started to stand out. “My personality has always been like this from day one. This is a representation of the new India, where we want to face challenges and move forward with optimism and positivity.” Kohli acknowledged that Australia welcomes with open arms those who perform well on their soil. “I have been touring this place for many years and it is a wonderful place to play cricket. When you perform well here, you earn the respect of the public.”

For Kohli, the most important thing is that the general public sees India perform as a team, which was the highlight of the last tour. “Our focus remains on that. Everything external is not under our control. That’s great for the publicity of the series, but the true and simple focus remains on how well we can perform as a team here.” The India captain promised similar intensity once he leaves. “We have had a lot of understanding and mutual respect over the years,” Kohli said of his deputy. “We have had great partnerships batting together, which are based on trust and understanding of what the team needs.” Kohli expressed his confidence that Ajinkya Rahane will do a great job in his absence. “I am sure he will do a tremendous job in my absence, but the focus remains until the moment I am here to provide captaincy, leadership and performances as a player in the best possible way, and from that moment, I am pretty sure Jinks will do a tremendous job. I feel this is his moment to really step up and perform strongly as an individual and also as a captain.”