The iconic former West Indies captain, Clive Lloyd, has shared how impressed he is with the way Virat Kohli has led the Indian team.
Former West Indies captain and legend Clive Lloyd says that he has been highly impressed by the Virat Kohli-led Team India.
Based on their brave showing in Australia, Lloyd believes this squad has the potential to be the best India has ever fielded. He specifically highlighted their superior physical conditioning and mobility compared to previous eras, noting that their comeback in Australia proved they have the heart and determination to win.
The road wasn't easy; in the Adelaide pink-ball Test, Australia completely dominated, leaving India with their most crushing defeat in Test history after a dismal second-innings total of only 36 runs.
Writing for the Telegraph, Clive Lloyd noted that India's pace attack is now much stronger than it was in the early years. He credits this evolution to the MRF Centre in Chennai, which he views as a factory for producing elite fast bowlers, a strategy that is clearly paying off.
When discussing Jasprit Bumrah, Lloyd praised the bowler's intelligence and his knack for surprising opponents. Whether it's a sharp bouncer or a swinging delivery, Bumrah's ability to take wickets in critical moments is why Lloyd believes India has reached this elite level. Additionally, the legend spoke highly of Rohit Sharma's batting prowess and expressed his admiration for the impact Rishabh Pant brings to the crease.