New Delhi: Indian cricket team’s star batsman Virat Kohli has received high praise from his childhood coach, Rajkumar Sharma. After his magnificent century against Andhra Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Kohli’s form has once again proven that he is fully prepared for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Memorable Return to Domestic Cricket
Returning to domestic cricket after nearly 15 years, Virat Kohli made the occasion special. Playing for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, he scored a blistering 131 runs off 101 balls, leading his team to a comfortable victory.
Sachin Tendulkar’s Record Broken with a Century
During this innings, Kohli hit 12 fours and three sixes. He also became the fastest batsman to reach 16,000 runs in List A cricket, breaking the record held by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.
Coach Rajkumar Sharma’s Big Claim
Kohli’s childhood coach, Rajkumar Sharma, believes that Virat is in superb form. He said that the way Kohli has consistently scored centuries for India recently and then maintained that form in domestic cricket shows his consistency and mental strength.
Eyes on the 2027 World Cup
After retiring from T20 and Test cricket, Virat Kohli is now completely focused on the ODI format. His 302 runs and Player of the Series award in the recent ODI series against South Africa indicate that he has prepared himself for the big stage.
Story Highlights
- Virat Kohli played a sensational innings of 131 runs in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
- A spectacular return to domestic cricket after 15 years.
- Broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the fastest 16,000 runs in List A cricket.
- Coach Rajkumar Sharma says Kohli is fully prepared for the 2027 World Cup.