Virat Kohli can make a telling difference for India in the World Cup: Curtly Ambrose | Cricket News – Times of India
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“I have seen Virat for several years now and I do not need to tell you that he is a great player. And like every great player in history, he went through a lean period.But that does not mean he is finished or that he is over the hill or he is not the same player of old. He looked hungry to me, looked disciplined and fit. These are all important signs to observe. I think Virat can make a telling difference for India in the World Cup at home. He has all the talent and hunger to do so,” Ambrose, reflecting on Kohli’s form and abilities, said in a Revsportz’s show.
Virat Kohli’s consistent performance throughout this year stands as a testament to his batting prowess. In 10 ODIs this year, Kohli scored 427 runs at an impressive average of 53.37. This includes two centuries, a fifty, and a remarkable top score of 166 against Sri Lanka.
Across all formats, in 19 innings played this year, Kohli amassed 984 runs, maintaining an impressive average of 54.66. His record features four centuries and two fifties, with a notable highest score of 186 achieved during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.
With regard to the highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash, Ambrose underscored the critical role of fast bowlers in the contest, describing it as one of the most riveting cricket matches for fans.
“It is one of the best cricket games you can watch as a fan. Two very good sides with very good fast bowlers. As a fast bowler, I cannot emphasise the importance of fast bowlers more. Both these teams have many in their ranks. And with Bumrah back, India has got their strength back. It should be a fantastic clash for the fans to watch. And in India, every seat will be full, which will make it a real spectacle,” Ambrose said.
Ambrose also shared his perspective on India’s prospects of breaking the ICC trophy jinx on home soil.
“You surely have a chance. But there are other good teams as well. Australia, England, Pakistan are some of them. The question is how well will Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid handle pressure. At home, there will be pressure on India. There will be huge crowds in the stadiums. The media will be following every story. There will be a huge build-up to the event. How well you handle the pressure could define your campaign. If you handle it well and seek the positives out of it, there is reason to believe India will do well in the World Cup.
“Rohit Sharma is a good captain and we have seen that over the years so there is every reason for you to be hopeful. It will not be easy, however. Winning a World Cup can never be easy and India will need to play their best to do so,” he said.
(With inputs from ANI)
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