Time Away Was Surreal:
- Virat Kohli, after being named Player of the Match for his 77-run knock, opened up about his two-month break from cricket due to paternity leave.
- He called it a “surreal experience” to be away from the spotlight and spend quality time with his family.
- He cherished the normalcy of not being recognized and the opportunity to bond with his children.
Grateful for Fan Support:
- Kohli expressed his gratitude for the unwavering love from his fans, especially in Bengaluru.
- He believes memories created matter more than stats and achievements.
- He echoed Rahul Dravid’s message of cherishing the time spent with teammates and fans.
Adapting to the Pitch:
- Despite the atypical Bengaluru wicket, Kohli started aggressively with eight boundaries in the first four overs.
- He explained his strategy of stepping down the track to negate the bounce and play powerful off-side shots.
- He emphasized the importance of constantly improving his game and adding new skills to his repertoire.
Shutting Down Doubts:
- With talks surrounding his place in the T20 World Cup squad, Kohli shut down doubters with a strong performance.
- He acknowledged discussions about promoting the game through him but asserted his ability to still contribute significantly.
- He promised to keep performing and proving his worth through his game.
Dominant Performance:
- Kohli became only the third player to score 100 fifties in T20 cricket, solidifying his batting prowess.
- This match-winning knock served as a strong response to those questioning his selection.
