Ravi ShastriTenure as head coach Team From 2017 to 2021, historic foreign victories were marked by major performances in all formats and the rise of many world -class players. Under his guidance, India achieved the number 1 Test rankings, defeated Australia In his own backyard, twice, and prepared several talents that became match-winners. But when asked to choose the best player, he was in coaching during his time, the former all-rounder had a clear and vigorous answer.
Ravi Shastri has coached the best player for India
In a conversation Sky sports‘YouTube Channel, Shastri Name Virat Kohli As the best player, he got the good fortune of the coach. He praised the former India captain for his unmatched stability, competitive spirit and the ability to dominate the situation and formats.
“I would say that Kohli was in his pomp, the batsman was incredible, because in those five years when India was the number 1 in the red ball format. Some of the innings he had played in Australia, South Africa, England was untrue,” Shastri said.
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Shastri on how the star player carried forward MS Dhoni’s legacy
Shastri revealed that later MS Dhoni Step down from the captaincy, he saw Kohli as a natural leader to take Indian cricket forward. He appreciated Kohli’s fierce will, while maintaining fairness on the field. He credited Kohli for embracing the leadership challenge and taking the team to new heights, ensuring that the transition from Dhoni’s era was smooth and successful.
“Once I handled the job, and once Dhoni was finished, he did a great job. I think his first skill as a batsman, his ability to dominate, face to be on face, hard work, but wanted to play fair, and win and take the game forward,” Shastri reflected.
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