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"Always Tries To Be The Man...": On Virat Kohli, Australia Star's Huge Comment

The ICC World Test Championship final is just days away from its commencement. With India and Australia in the title-decider, the match is expected to be nothing short of a belter. As the countdown to the final at the Oval ticks, Australia all-rounder Cameron Green spoke highly of Indian stalwart Virat Kohli, who has a reputation of doing extremely well against the Australians. When it comes to big events, Kohli manages to put the right foot forward, more often than not. Green duly acknowledged Kohli's will and intent to do well.

"Was A Total Flop In That Series": Ex India Star's Intriguing Remark On Gill vs Kohli Comparison

Widely seen as the 'next big thing' in world cricket, Shubman Gill's stocks have soared through the roof over the last few months. No matter the format, the opening batter has delivered performances that many at his age can only imagine. Naturally, the batter has drawn comparisons with greats like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif, during a discussion on the topic, said that comparisons between Gill and Kohli won't be fair as the latter still has some 'weaknesses'.

Pics: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill Pose In India's New Test Jersey

With just a few days to go for the ICC World Test Championship final to begin, the Board of Control for Cricket In India (BCCI) announced a partnership with Adidas for India's kits across three formats. Ahead of the summit clash against Australia, the stalwarts of the Indian team posed in the new Test jersey, giving fans a glimpse of the new kit that the team will be wearing at the Oval, starting Wednesday. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja and others could be seen posing in the new Test kit.

Babar Azam Over Virat Kohli! Cricket Australia's WTC Team Of The Tournament Revealed

Cricket Australia revealed their World Test Championship (WTC) Team of the Tournament and it included just three Indians. The list had Babar Azam over India star Virat Kohli while the upcoming superstar Shubman Gill failed to secure a spot. The spin duo of Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja were the preferred slow-bowling options in the side while Rishabh Pant was selected as the wicket-keeper considering his heroics against Australia. While Pant has been ruled out of his injuries, Jadeja and Ashwin are in the running to play for India in the WTC Final against Australia at the Oval.

Watch: Virat Kohli's Fanboy Moment As He Enjoys FA Cup Final With Anushka Sharma, Shubman Gill

After having a tremendous outing with the bat in the recently concluded IPL 2023, Royal Challengers Bangalore star Virat Kohli will now be seen in action for India during the upcoming World Test Championship final against Australia at The Oval. As the WTC final will be played from June 7, Kohli could not control his fanboy moment and took some time off on Saturday to witness the FA Cup final match between Manchester City and Manchester United at the Wembley Stadium.

On Shubman Gill's Comparison Sachin Tendulkar And Virat Kohli, Ex-India Coach Says It's 'Unfair'

Young Shubman Gill had a dreamy outing in IPL 2023 as the Gujarat Titans opener smashed 890 runs in 17 matches and bagged the Orange Cap. His score also included three blistering centuries, which made him the talk of the town. Many have started seeing the 23-year-old as the future of Indian cricket because of his variety of shots. Making his international debut in 2020, Gill has now got a century in all the three formats of the game, which made the fans compare him to the legendary Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli.

Watch: "The Man of India" - How Australian Players Described Virat Kohli

Ahead of the ICC World Test Championship between Australia and India at The Oval, Australian stars were given a task of describing Star India batter Virat Kohli in a few words. India and Australia will take on each other in the WTC final at The Oval from June 7 onwards. This will be India's second straight successive final in the tournament after 2021. "What the Aussies think of Virat Kohli #WTC23 #cricket #cricketreels," said an Instagram post from ICC. Australian skipper Pat Cummins described Virat as "Good player. Always up for a fight." Star batter Steve Smith, who is also part of the 'Fab Four' batting stars of the modern era along with Virat, Kane Williamson and Joe Root, described the batter as "Superstar".

"If He Is Mentally...": Australia Great's Honest Analysis Of Virat Kohli's Potential Form In WTC Final

Former Australian cricketer Greg Chappell believes that the Oval conditions will suit the star Indian batter Virat Kohli as the Indian team prepares to face Australia in the World Test Championship final 2023. In less than three days' time, India will feature in their second consecutive WTC final. Last time after a hard-fought battle, they missed out on the opportunity to lift the title against New Zealand. Last time the former Indian skipper Virat Kohli came close yet failed to live up to his standards as he succumbed to Kyle Jamieson's aggressive bowling style. He scored 57 runs in both innings at the Rose Bowl Stadium, in Southampton, England.

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"Always Tries To Be The Man...": On Virat Kohli, Australia Star's Huge Comment

"Was A Total Flop In That Series": Ex India Star's Intriguing Remark On Gill vs Kohli Comparison

Pics: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill Pose In India's New Test Jersey

Babar Azam Over Virat Kohli! Cricket Australia's WTC Team Of The Tournament Revealed

Watch: Virat Kohli's Fanboy Moment As He Enjoys FA Cup Final With Anushka Sharma, Shubman Gill

On Shubman Gill's Comparison Sachin Tendulkar And Virat Kohli, Ex-India Coach Says It's 'Unfair'

Watch: "The Man of India" - How Australian Players Described Virat Kohli

"If He Is Mentally...": Australia Great's Honest Analysis Of Virat Kohli's Potential Form In WTC Final