Ahead of their anticipated match against the formidable Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2024, Virat Kohli, the esteemed opener for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), shared his apprehensions in a widely circulated video.
Currently plying his trade in the IPL for the Bangalore-based franchise, Kohli sees this tournament as a pivotal platform to demonstrate the efficacy of his nuanced T20 approach. Combining aggressive stroke play with anchoring skills, Kohli aims to showcase that his method holds relevance in an era where batsmen often adopt an all-out attacking strategy from the outset.
In the video, the former RCB captain candidly admitted that his greatest fear surfaces during turbulent flights, a vulnerability that sees him instinctively gripping the sides of his seat. Despite this off-field unease, Kohli’s on-field performances in the ongoing 17th edition of the IPL have been nothing short of stellar. Having already notched up a century, the right-handed batsman boasts an impressive tally of 316 runs in just five matches, averaging a remarkable 105.33.
Virat Kohli said: “I am very scared of turbulence. Oh my god, I look so stupid and like a fool. Whenever there is a bad turbulence, I am the first guy to hold the sides of the seat. So I feel like, I am the gone.”
RCB’s poor form at the IPL 2024 continues despite individual brilliance of Kohli
However, despite Kohli’s individual brilliance, RCB finds themselves grappling with a lackluster start to the IPL campaign this year, having secured victory in only one out of their initial five encounters. Their upcoming fixture against the Mumbai Indians at the iconic Wankhede Stadium looms as their next formidable challenge.
As for the composition of the RCB squad for IPL 2024, it boasts a formidable lineup featuring the likes of Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis as captain, and a slew of talented players including Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, and Mohammed Siraj, among others. With a blend of seasoned veterans and emerging talents, RCB remains optimistic about their prospects despite the early setbacks in the tournament.
Kohli’s candid revelation about his fear of turbulence provides a rare glimpse into the human side of the cricketing superstar, juxtaposed against his remarkable on-field exploits. With the IPL season in full swing, RCB’s fortunes hang in the balance as they strive to overcome their challenges and make a mark in the competition.
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