“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 kind and talents, mentioned in a Revsportz’s present.
Virat Kohli’s constant efficiency all through this 12 months stands as a testomony to his batting prowess. In 10 ODIs this 12 months, Kohli scored 427 runs at a formidable common of 53.37. This contains two centuries, a fifty, and a exceptional prime rating of 166 in opposition to Sri Lanka.
Across all codecs, in 19 innings performed this 12 months, Kohli amassed 984 runs, sustaining a formidable common of 54.66. His report options 4 centuries and two fifties, with a notable highest rating of 186 achieved through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in opposition to Australia.
With regard to the extremely anticipated India-Pakistan conflict, Ambrose underscored the essential function of quick bowlers within the contest, describing it as one of the crucial riveting cricket matches for followers.
“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 mentioned.
Ambrose additionally shared his perspective on India’s prospects of breaking the ICC trophy jinx on house 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 an efficient captain and we have now seen that through the years so there may be each purpose so that you can be hopeful. It is not going to be straightforward, nevertheless. Winning a World Cup can by no means be straightforward and India might want to play their greatest to take action,” he said.
(With inputs from ANI)
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com