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Watch: Virat Kohli's Epic Reaction To Comedian's Question On Off-Stump Line Ahead of T20 World Cup

In a few days things will get real serious for all the top cricket teams as the 2022 T20 World Cup Super 12 stage begins on October 22. Before that, however, it was time for some fun for the cricketers with comedian Danish Sait. He threw funny questions at cricketers from Pakistan, India and Bangladesh. "Ashwin, did you come to Australia on tourist visa or work visa," was just one of the questions that left the spinner surprised. However, what took the cake was the question to Virat Kohli, who has often been found wanting against deliveries that move away from the off-stump.

"Not Sure I've Seen Better White-Ball Cricketer Ever": Australia Legend Heaps Huge Praise On Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli is undoubtedly one of the legends of the game, a true icon of the way modern cricket is played. Over the years, the batting stalwart has orchestrated numerous records and taken the Indian team to new heights in the sport as a captain. But, is Kohli the best white-ball cricketer of all time? The opinion might differ from person to person but as far as former Australia captain Ricky Ponting is concerned, Kohli is the finest batter in limited-overs cricket that he has come across.

Rishabh Pant with his 'dare and courage' is a must in Indian starting line-up: Adam Gilchrist

Adam Gilchrist. There has been a debate on who among Pant and Dinesh Karthik should be in the starting line-up, and Gilchrist's vote of confidence is in favour of the much younger Pant. "The dare of Rishabh Pant and the courage in him, the way in which he takes on bowling attacks, I think he's got to be a must in that Indian line-up," Gilchrist was quoted as saying in an ICC release. "They (Karthik and Pant) can play together, but I think Rishabh Pant has definitely got to be in there." India included both Pant and Karthik in the 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in Australia, but the former's underwhelming record in T20Is might go against him.

"Just Going To Favour...": On Rishabh Pant vs Dinesh Karthik Debate, Ricky Ponting Picks This Star

Dinesh Karthik and Rishabh Pant are capable enough batters to select themselves in the same playing XI during the upcoming T20 World Cup, feels former Australian captain Ricky Ponting. In his latest ICC review, Ponting did his five face-offs for the marquee event and one of them was the heated debate as to who should be in the playing XI?Should it be a potential destroyer of bowling attack Pant or the "designated finisher"Karthik?

Jasprit Bumrah Or Shaheen Afridi - Who'll Be Better At T20 World Cup? Ricky Ponting Gives His Take

Australia legend Ricky Ponting made some bold calls while trying to decide who will be more impactful in the 2022 T20 World Cup - Jasprit Bumrah or Shaheen Afridi. Two of the premier fast bowlers in the world, Bumrah and Afridi, boast of having enviable records in the shortest format. Bumrah has picked up 69 wickets in 58 matches while Afridi has scalped 47 in 40. The two pacers are equally effective with the new ball as well as in the death overs.

Ponting's T20 WC face-offs: Bumrah has edge over Afridi, wants both DK, Pant in Indian XI

Dinesh Karthik and Rishabh Pant are capable enough batters to select themselves in the same playing XI during the upcoming T20 World Cup, feels former Australian captain Ricky Ponting. In his latest ICC review, Ponting did his five face-offs for the marquee event and one of them was the heated debate as to who should be in the playing XI? Should it be a potential destroyer of bowling attack Pant or the "designated finisher"Karthik? "The debate in the Indian cricketing circles has long been raging on who should be the designated wicketkeeper-batter in the side.

"In Men's Sport...": Ricky Ponting Hails Virat Kohli For Dedicating 71st Ton To Wife Anushka Sharma

Team India failed to qualify for the final of the Asia Cup 2022, due to a below-par performance in the Super 12 stage. Despite the failure, the Rohit Sharma-led side and the cricket fans got a moment to cherish for their lifetime and that was star batter Virat Kohli's much-awaited 71st century. This milestone was achieved during the Super 12 clash against Afghanistan, where he smashed an unbeaten 122 off just 61 balls. Before this, he had last hit a century in November 2019. Following his knock, Virat had taken a moment to appreciate his wife, actress Anushka Sharma and his daughter for being his pillars in tough times.

Watch: Fan Gifts Virat Kohli A Painting During Training Session In Mohali

In a heartwarming gesture, a fan gifted Virat Kohli a handmade painting of the player in Mohali. The brief moment of joy for the fan came when Kohli and other players of the Indian team were entering the ground of the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium for their practice session ahead of the first T20I match against Australia. While gifting her art work to Kohli, the fan also got herself photographed with the player. The Punjab Cricket Association later shared the video of the heart-touching moment on social media.

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Watch: Virat Kohli's Epic Reaction To Comedian's Question On Off-Stump Line Ahead of T20 World Cup

"Not Sure I've Seen Better White-Ball Cricketer Ever": Australia Legend Heaps Huge Praise On Virat Kohli

Rishabh Pant with his 'dare and courage' is a must in Indian starting line-up: Adam Gilchrist

"Just Going To Favour...": On Rishabh Pant vs Dinesh Karthik Debate, Ricky Ponting Picks This Star

Jasprit Bumrah Or Shaheen Afridi - Who'll Be Better At T20 World Cup? Ricky Ponting Gives His Take

Ponting's T20 WC face-offs: Bumrah has edge over Afridi, wants both DK, Pant in Indian XI

"In Men's Sport...": Ricky Ponting Hails Virat Kohli For Dedicating 71st Ton To Wife Anushka Sharma

Watch: Fan Gifts Virat Kohli A Painting During Training Session In Mohali