Top Australian players praised Virat Kohli for his batting prowess, consistency, and performances across forms before of their ICC World Test Championship final against India.
Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon, skipper Pat Cummins, and Steve Smith all expressed their respect for Virat Kohli in a video.
‘It’s difficult to dominate him,’ said Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood. ‘The start is vital, like the first 30 balls.’
‘When Sachin used to bat, the whole country watched the game,’ Australian skipper Cummins said. If you are even slightly distracted, he and Steve Smith are the types of players who will dominate you.’
‘Virat’s ability to attack the bowlers is his strongest skill,’ remarked Steve Smith. ‘Virat’s strength is how he attacks the bowlers and puts them under strain,’ he said. He’s hit home runs all over the world. His ability to score on both sides of the wicket, as well as his patience, is exceptional. He has been a superb player in all formats for a long time. He is one of the best batsmen to watch when he walks.’
Virat enjoys playing Australia
He has 1,979 runs at an average of 48.26 in 24 Tests against Australia, with 8 hundred and 5 half-centuries. His highest possible score is 186.
Virat has played 92 matches against Australia in all forms, accumulating 4,945 runs at an average of 50.97. Against Australia, he has 16 centuries and 24 half-centuries.
