partnership between Ravi Shastri And Virat Kohli remains one of the most influential eras indian test cricket History. Under his leadership, India transformed into a fearless overseas team and achieved historic success Australia. Over the years, the pair became known for their aggressive mentality and intense passion on the field.
Recently Shastri mentioned a memorable incident India tour of Australia 2014 And revealed the only occasion when he actually had to pull Kohli away from a confrontation during a match. The story immediately caught the attention of fans, especially given the fiery nature of Kohli’s early years in Test cricket.
Ravi Shastri reveals Virat Kohli’s heated moment on Australia tour
While speaking on Kohli’s One8 podcast, Shastri recalled the dramatic incident in the Melbourne Test which involved the former Australian fast bowler. Michelle Johnson. Shastri revealed that Kohli and Johnson were constantly exchanging words throughout the match after the Australian player hit Kohli on his helmet early in the innings.
Shastri said, “Never… not once, once. I’ll tell you about it. It was Melbourne, okay. And he and Mitch were constantly moving, because the very first ball they played hit him on the head. And he was at the start at lunch time. Both of them were going up… as soon as he entered the dressing room, he was looking at Mitch like this. I had to catch him like, come here, come here, concentrate on your batting. Do it. I think about those days and sometimes I get goosebumps.”
The former India coach’s memories once again highlight the fiery nature of Kohli’s early years in Test cricket and the tense atmosphere surrounding India’s tours to Australia during that era.
Meanwhile, Kohli continues to expand his presence beyond cricket with a new business venture. The Indian superstar has officially launched his own shoe brand named ‘one8’, officially entering the footwear market as an entrepreneur and co-founder. The brand recently released a promotional reel with the tagline ‘All Heart’. In all.’ It is a phrase that perfectly reflects Kohli’s personality and competitive mindset. Fans are also encouraged to pre-book the shoes through the District app for access to the special launch event.
This launch is another major addition to Kohli’s growing off-field portfolio. Over the years, the former India captain has established himself as one of the biggest sports brands in the country through fitness ventures, fashion partnerships and endorsements. The name ‘One8’ holds emotional significance in itself as it is inspired by Kohli’s iconic jersey number 18. The footwear venture is expected to attract huge attention from fans, many of whom have already expressed their excitement online about owning products associated with the cricket star.
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