Former Indian cricketer, Navjot Singh Sidhu, who is currently doing his commentary duties in the ongoing 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League, made it clear that Virat Kohli should not be seen as “God” by fans and that they should understand that Kohli, like any other player, is human and will have ups and downs in his performance. Sidhu’s remarks were in response to criticism of Kohli’s strike rate in the ongoing IPL 2024.
Navjot Singh Sidhu Slammed Virat Kohli’s Critics
Virat Kohli showcased a brilliant batting performance during Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) dominant nine-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, April 28. Kohli’s innings was described as one of his most fluent T20 performances, demonstrating a pure masterclass with the bat.
Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 70 off just 44 balls, featuring six fours and three sixes, not only propelled RCB to a resounding victory but also solidified his position as the leading run-scorer (Orange Cap holder) in the ongoing IPL 2024.
This innings marked Kohli’s fourth half-century of the season, bringing his total runs to 500 with an impressive average of 71.4 and a strike rate of 147.4 in 10 matches for RCB so far.
Despite Kohli’s remarkable performance this season, critics have continuously targeted him for his strike rate, particularly against spinners, throughout the ongoing IPL 2024.
Virat Kohli delivered a brilliant batting display in RCB’s commanding nine-wicket win over GT at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, April 28. Kohli’s innings was hailed as one of his most fluent T20 performances, showcasing a masterclass with the bat.
Navjot Singh Sidhu was quoted as saying by Star Sports: “People think Kohli is God. He is a human, so will play like a human too. Rather than nitpick, why don’t we look at the fact that the guy has 80 centuries. That’s his strength and weakness, he has none. And if you look carefully, today he played off the backfoot and lofted the spinners.”
Sindhu added, “Tell me how many can do that? Hitting a left-arm spinner against the spin… how many can do that? So Kohli has a presence, he cherishes his wicket too. What else is he supposed to do?”
Virat Kohli will be next seen in action on May 4 when his side will take on Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
