"I Have Learned A Lot From Virat Kohli": Pakistan Skipper Babar Azam

01.09.2023 - 17:23 sports.ndtv.com

On the eve of the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2023 clash, captain Babar Azam said that he has "learned a lot from Virat Kohli".

Notably, both the batters are often compared to each other for their batting brilliance. However, both of them share mutual respect for each other on and off the field.

Last month, Virat admitted that he has always held a lot of regard as well as respect for the top ODI batter. "The debate that has been going on should be left to them.

I don't want to comment on it. Everybody has their point of view. There should be mutual respect. I have been taught that we should respect our seniors.

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