In the three-match T20 series against Afghanistan, Team India achieved a clean sweep. Virat Kohli did not play in the first T20, but in the second and third T20s, he scored 29 runs with 5 fours in 16 balls. In the third T20, he achieved a golden duck. Captain Rohit Sharma took charge in his absence. Kohli gracefully accepted this in his dictionary, saying, “It’s a duck.”
Everyone sees Virat Kohli as a batter. They admire him. But he is not just that. He aspires to dominate every aspect of the game. He places senior players in long-on positions in the slip or mid-on. Because of his age, he elevates them with respect, either in slip or mid-on. However, Virat, with his short fine leg, insisted that he wanted to field. Coach Dileep revealed this.
In the two matches he played against Afghanistan, he displayed outstanding fielding. In the third T20, he hit a six, covering a distance of 58 meters. With just 5 runs remaining, Team India secured victory. He also showcased excellent catching skills.
Virat Kohli is ideal for everyone, not just in fitness but also in attitude towards the game. He motivates others with enthusiasm in every aspect, including fitness, and leaves an impact. That’s why, after every series, he receives the Impact Player of the Series award. This time, Virat Kohli has won it again.
Having played three T20s, contributing significantly with the bat and exceptional fielding, Kohli rightly deserves this award. Dilip, the fielding coach, mentioned that Kohli has won this award for fielding more than anyone else.
Sanju Samson and Washington Sundar also displayed excellent fielding. However, according to Dilip, the award rightfully goes to Kohli, who stands as an ideal for everyone.
