‘Virat Kohli has one more World Cup…’ Chris Gayle on Indian star’s future after ICC event

Indian batting sensation Virat Kohli has been making remarkable progress in recent years, especially in limited-overs cricket, from mid-2022. The former captain of the Indian cricket team has broken his drought of centuries in both ODIs and Tests. Also, he achieved a significant milestone by scoring his maiden T20I century during the 2022 Asia Cup. Despite India’s semi-final exit, Kohli emerged as the leading run-scorer in the 2022 T20 World Cup. Now, all eyes are on his performance in the upcoming 2023 World Cup, which will be hosted by India later this year.

However, speculations are rife whether this World Cup could be Kohli’s last World Cup. With the Indian superstar turning 35 in November, some are questioning whether he will be able to regain the consistency that made him the best batsman across formats between 2014 and 2019. Notably, West Indies legend Chris Gayle, who shared the dressing room with Kohli in the Indian Premier League for several years now, believes Kohli can stay till the next World Cup in 2027.

Kohli’s role will be crucial in India’s quest for success in the World Cup. Although he has broken several ODI records, one important milestone is still unattainable: surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 ODI centuries. With 46 hundreds already to his name, Kohli is all set to surpass the great Tendulkar’s peak, especially with a few ODIs left this year including the World Cup. Gayle also expressed confidence in Kohli’s ability to excel in this year’s tournament and set a new benchmark in ODI cricket.

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Since the World Cup is returning to India for the first time since 2011, India is being considered as a strong contender due to home advantage. Rarely has India lost an ODI in which Kohli has scored a century, further reinforcing Gayle’s prediction that Kohli’s century will be an advantage for Team India. Gayle also highlighted the pressure on the Indian team, acknowledging their favorite position and long-standing desire to win an ICC trophy. He emphasized that team selection will be important as there are many talented players knocking at the door. The weight of expectations on India can be beneficial for them or can prove to be a challenge.

With the World Cup round the corner, cricket fans are eagerly waiting for Kohli to perform brilliantly and in search of glory for the Indian team on home soil.

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Indian batting sensation Virat Kohli has been making remarkable progress in recent years, especially in limited-overs cricket, from mid-2022. The former captain of the Indian cricket team has broken his drought of centuries in both ODIs and Tests. Also, he achieved a significant milestone by scoring his maiden T20I century during the 2022 Asia Cup. Despite India’s semi-final exit, Kohli emerged as the leading run-scorer in the 2022 T20 World Cup. Now, all eyes are on his performance in the upcoming 2023 World Cup, which will be hosted by India later this year.

However, speculations are rife whether this World Cup could be Kohli’s last World Cup. With the Indian superstar turning 35 in November, some are questioning whether he will be able to regain the consistency that made him the best batsman across formats between 2014 and 2019. Notably, West Indies legend Chris Gayle, who shared the dressing room with Kohli in the Indian Premier League for several years now, believes Kohli can stay till the next World Cup in 2027.

Kohli’s role will be crucial in India’s quest for success in the World Cup. Although he has broken several ODI records, one important milestone is still unattainable: surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 ODI centuries. With 46 hundreds already to his name, Kohli is all set to surpass the great Tendulkar’s peak, especially with a few ODIs left this year including the World Cup. Gayle also expressed confidence in Kohli’s ability to excel in this year’s tournament and set a new benchmark in ODI cricket.

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Since the World Cup is returning to India for the first time since 2011, India is being considered as a strong contender due to home advantage. Rarely has India lost an ODI in which Kohli has scored a century, further reinforcing Gayle’s prediction that Kohli’s century will be an advantage for Team India. Gayle also highlighted the pressure on the Indian team, acknowledging their favorite position and long-standing desire to win an ICC trophy. He emphasized that team selection will be important as there are many talented players knocking at the door. The weight of expectations on India can be beneficial for them or can prove to be a challenge.

With the World Cup round the corner, cricket fans are eagerly waiting for Kohli to perform brilliantly and in search of glory for the Indian team on home soil.

See also: Out or Not Out? England rattled by Steve Smith’s controversial catch, which leaves Root in disbelief; Watch