Virat Kohli Asked By Ex-India Coach "Are You From Krypton?" Always Gave Same Reply

05.09.2024 - 17:10 sports.ndtv.com

Arguably the greatest white-ball batter there ever has been, Virat Kohli, has often come across praises where he has been described as an 'alien'.

His knack for runs, ability to channelise aggression, energy, and commitment to the game, aren't matched by many. In fact, former India fielding coach R Sridhar revealed that he once even asked Virat if he was from 'Krypton', the mythical planet where Superman was born.

Kohli, however, refused to delve into the chatter and always responded to this question with a smile. Over the years, Kohli has gone on to shatter some of the biggest records in world cricket.

The talismanic batter already has the most number of hundreds in ODI cricket and is among the top run-getters across formats.

cricket Podcasts record UPS performer Interviews Virat Kohli India

Team India did win the first Test against Bangladesh by Chepauk comfortably, securing a 280-run triumph, but the result doesn't hide away issues that still remain. Ravichandran Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, and Ravindra Jadeja were among the top performers in the series opener but the performance of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma left much to desire. Neither Virat nor Rohit succeeded in registering a big score in the two innings, prompting suggestions that they shouldn't have missed the Duleep Trophy.

"Sir, Do Hi Haath Hain": Virat Kohli's Awkward Encounter With Hotel Staff In Kanpur. Watch

Indian cricket team stalwart Virat Kohli reached Kanpur ahead of the 2nd Test against Bangladesh on Tuesday. As expected, a huge gathering of people welcomed him to the hotel, with the staff members also queuing up to meet and greet the cricketing icon. Seeing so many people gather to glimpse top cricketers like Virat Kohli isn't new, but players get uncomfortable seeing hoards of people at times. Virat encountered a similar situation at the Kanpur hotel upon his arrival.

India Star Says He Will Never Play With Bat That Virat Kohli Gifted. Reason Is This

Indian cricket team fast bowler Akash Deep finally revealed the story behind the gift that he received from star batter Virat Kohli just days ahead of the first Test match against Bangladesh in Chennai. During the pre-match camp, Virat gifted one of his own bats to Akash Deep - someone who was also his teammate at Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). In a recent interaction, Akash Deep recalled the emotional moment and said that it was Kohli himself who decided to gift him the bat. He further said that it was a big gift for him and he will never play with it as it will be kept as a souvenir in his room.

Virat Kohli Determined To Make Amends For Poor Form, Practises Mid-Match During India vs Bangladesh First Test

After Virat Kohli failed to score big upon his Test return in India's first Test match against Bangladesh, it seems like he is determined to get back in form. Kohli was seen practising in the nets near the ground while the match was going on during Day 3. Alongside him, even Yashasvi Jaiswal appeared to be practising. Kohli - who had played only one Test prior to this in 2024 - managed scores of only 6 and 17 in the two innings against Bangladesh.

India vs Bangladesh - 319 In 17 Innings: Virat Kohli Hits Eight-Year Low After Another Sub-Par Show

Star India batter Virat Kohli's form dip continued as he failed to fire in the first Test against Bangladesh held at Chennai. In both innings of the Test, Kohli delivered poor scores of 6 and 17. While in the first innings, he chased an outside off stump delivery by Hasan Mahmud, in the second innings, he fell victim to a wrong leg-before-wicket decision. Having chosen to not review it, the Ultraedge discovered the bat making contact with the ball, which would have ruled Virat not out had he opted for a review.

"Makes Analyst Look Like A Magician": Virat Kohli's Dismissal vs Bangladesh Decoded

Star India batter Virat Kohli walked into the Chepauk amid loud cheer from the crowd on Day 1 of the 1st Test against Bangladesh. However, his stay in the middle lasted just six ball as an old failing resurfaced to haunt him. Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud, who had already got the wickets of Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, pitched one just short of the length outside the off-stump, and the length was not suitable for drive. However, Kohli went for it and the ball took a healthy edge off his bat and nestled into Litton Das' gloves.