Virat Kohli Names The Format That Tests The 'Game Completely'. It Is...

All eyes will be on Virat Kohli when India get down to action in the Asia Cup 2023 on Saturday. The master batter is hungry for success and his form will largely define the course that the team takes in the competition. Ahead of the continental event, talking to official broadcasters Star Sports, Kohli stressed on the technical challenges and the strategic decision-making skills required to excel in the ODI format, along with the adaptability needed throughout the game.

"I love playing ODI cricket. I think for me, ODI cricket is probably the one format that tests your game completely. Your technique, composure, patience, playing the situation, and playing differently in different phases of the game," he said. "So, I think it tests you as a batsman completely, and I feel the ODI cricket has always brought the best out of me because I like to embrace that challenge and play according to the situation to help my team win.

"I have always tried to do that, so yeah, as I said, it gives me an opportunity to test myself regularly, all aspects of my batting, and that's why I really enjoy playing ODI cricket," he added.

Kohli has an excellent record in the 50-over format, averaging 66 when batting second and 48 when batting first. His ODI career so far includes 46 centuries, 26 of which were scored during run-chases, setting a record for the most hundreds scored when batting second.

Before the ICC showpiece, India are playing in the Asia Cup and will get their campaign underway against arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday in Pallekele.

Meanwhile, former Indian batter Mohammad Kaif was all praise for Kohli's phenomenal performance lately against the Men in Green, hailing his capability to take charge, especially while chasing.

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