Virat Kohli, the captain of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), responded to his critics after scoring an impressive seventh century in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Kohli’s recent performances have silenced those who doubted his abilities in the T20 format. He has been questioned for his strike rate and ability to handle spin bowling in the middle overs. However, Kohli’s consecutive centuries against the Sunrisers Hyderabad and the Gujarat Titans have propelled him to the top of the list of most century-makers in the IPL.
Expressing his satisfaction, Kohli stated, “Lot of people think that my T20 cricket is declining, I don’t feel like that at all. I think I am playing my best T20 cricket again.” His statement came in a post-match interview after his unbeaten 101 off 61 balls in a crucial league game for RCB.
Kohli emphasized his enjoyment of the game and his approach to T20 cricket. He focuses on finding gaps, hitting boundaries, and capitalizing on opportunities to play big shots when the situation allows. With his current form, Kohli is closing in on 12,000 career T20 runs.
The RCB captain highlighted the importance of reading game situations and stepping up when the team requires it. He expressed confidence in his current form and batting ability, evident from his 639 runs in this year’s IPL, placing him second on the list of highest run-getters, just behind his teammate and skipper Faf du Plessis, who has scored 730 runs.
Kohli also mentioned that he did not let the threat of rain distract him during the match. He emphasized the need to stay focused on the present and contribute to the team’s success, rather than worrying about external factors such as weather conditions.
The RCB captain’s stellar performances in the IPL have proven his critics wrong and reinforced his prowess as a top-class batsman. With his renewed confidence and remarkable form, Kohli has played a pivotal role in RCB’s journey in the tournament. As the playoffs approach, his contributions will be crucial for his team’s success.
Kohli’s statement reflects his determination to prove himself in the T20 format and his commitment to performing at his best. His recent performances have reaffirmed his status as one of the finest cricketers in the world and a force to be reckoned with in the IPL.
