The whole world might get unfit, but Virat Kohli doesn't, says Madan Lal
Noida, May 19
Former Indian cricketer Madan Lal on Tuesday hailed India batting icon Virat Kohli's exceptional fitness, highlighting his ability to consistently rotate strike with singles and doubles in T20 cricket.
He noted Kohli's fitness sets an example for other players and emphasised the importance of maintaining consistency through continuous play.
"Look, the whole world might get unfit, but Virat doesn't. I was watching him in T20 cricket, and he takes the most runs through singles and doubles. So his fitness level is amazing. And for others, it's a lesson. But playing continuously is very important," Madan Lal told ANI.
Batting stalwart Virat Kohli is set to return to the top order in the blue jersey, as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday unveiled the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan on Tuesday.
The team was announced by the Men's Selection Committee, led by chairman Ajit Agarkar, along with Shiv Sundar Das, Ajay Ratra, R. P. Singh, and Pragyan Ojha, in the presence of BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia.
The one-off Test will begin on June 6, followed by a three-match ODI series starting June 14 in Dharamshala. The second ODI will be played on June 17 in Lucknow, while the series will conclude on June 20 in Chennai.
India ODI squad vs Afghanistan: Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (vc), KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Prince Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, Harsh Dubey.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly, it's refreshing to see someone in Indian cricket truly prioritize fitness. Kohli has raised the bar for everyone. But I wish the selectors would be more consistent with squad selection—so many changes, so little clarity.
Madan Lal's comment is bold but true! Kohli's fitness is unmatched globally. It's inspiring how he keeps taking singles even in the shortest format. The new ODI squad looks solid—Shubman Gill as captain is a great move. Excited for the Afghanistan series!
Madan Lal knows his cricket. Kohli's work ethic is something every aspiring player should study. But I'm concerned about the team balance—too many all-rounders in the ODIs. Hope the management has a plan beyond just fitness talk.
Fitness is non-negotiable in modern cricket, and Kohli is the gold standard. Madan Lal's praise is well-deserved. The squad against Afghanistan has exciting new names like Prince Yadav and Harsh Dubey. Hoping they get a chance to shine! 😊
Virat Kohli's fitness is a case study in dedication. The way he runs between wickets is a lesson for the whole team. However, I hope the selectors don't overlook the need for specialized players—too many all-rounders can weaken the batting lineup.
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