Ravi Shastri, who previously led the Indian team as head coach, characterized Virat Kohli as a 'beast' during matches, while highlighting the stark contrast in his personality off the field. This analysis follows Kohli's decision to step down as Test captain after a tough loss to the Proteas. Shastri pointed out that Kohli's biggest hurdle now is sustaining his legendary energy levels as a pure player without the responsibilities of captaincy.
Shastri compared Kohli to a terrier and a beast, emphasizing that he becomes singularly focused on winning and competing the moment he enters the stadium. Despite being 33, Shastri insists there are no concerns regarding his ability, acknowledging his strong tenure as captain. The former coach believes that if Kohli focuses on scoring heavy runs and helping India win as a batter, he will achieve a perfect professional trajectory.
Looking at Rohit Sharma, Shastri noted how much he has matured as a player recently. He observed that Rohit has a very relaxed demeanor, which occasionally leads him to take the game too lightly. However, the white-ball leader is committed to working harder to maximize his potential, as few players can match his impact when he is in top form.
Having passed his fitness evaluations, Rohit Sharma is set to captain the team in the upcoming clash with the West Indies. The two sides are scheduled to face off in the first ODI on February 6th.