India cricket team bowling coach Morne Morkel heaped praise on veteran Virat Kohli‘s leadership, claiming that it will have a profound impact on the youngsters. The former South African pacer’s comments come ahead of IND vs AUS 1st Test in Perth. The Men in Blue will be led by Jasprit Bumrah in the absence of Rohit Sharma but Kohli will certainly have a decisive role to play, more as a leader than as a batter.
“Virat Kohli’s intensity will intensify youngsters’ game”
Speaking at a press conference ahead of IND vs AUS 1st Test, Morne Morkel noted that Virat Kohli’s intensity and professionalism in the nets will take the game of the youngsters in Team India to a different level. Kohli, who was known for his aggressive attitude on field as captain, is no stranger to dealing with Australia – not with just technique but with his enthusiastic approach on field.
“The intensity and professionalism that Virat Kohli brings is top, always putting him under pressure in nets. For youngsters to witness that, it’ll take their game to a different level,” Morne Morkel said.
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Morne Morkel’s statement is absolutely true, for Virat Kohli braved through rain on Tuesday to continue batting in the nets. He is itching to get back to form, having failed to fire in the home series against Bangladesh and New Zealand. Virat Kohli is arguably one of India’s best batters against Australia, having smashed 8 centuries against the Men in Yellow so far in Tests. India will be counting on Kohli to find his golden touch in the IND vs AUS series as he will play a crucial role at the top-order.
The Indian team comprises of many youngsters including Devdutt Padikkal, Sarfaraz Khan, Akash Deep, Harshit Rana, Nitish Kumar Reddy amongst others. Kohli’s aggressive style of leadership could very well inspire these youngsters to replicate what India did the previous time they toured Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
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