5 Reasons why Virat Kohli has an edge over other cricketers

5 Reasons why Virat Kohli has an edge over other cricketers: This young Indian batsman is now a talking point as and when cricket is discussed around the globe, fans and followers don’t get tired praising and discussing how fascinating player he is while opponents chalk down strategies to keep him quiet. Virat is yet to even spend a decade in international cricket and we already hear former greats term him a legend. Not a legend in making but a real legend. It is a huge compliment for someone who is just 27 years of age when Sir Vivian Richards calls him that and he has earned it. Every time that Virat goes out to bat an Indian fan feels comfortable they know he would go out there and the situation whatever it was earlier would turn into their teams favor. Quick Link : 10 best quotes from Navjyot Singh Siddhu ‘The Siddhuism’ Though he needs to calm down off the field a bit, something he has achieved doing when inside the cricketing squares. Have you ever wondered what is it that gives Virat Kohli an edge over other cricketers who are also playing the game with him, while no one else has been as successful and as talked about as he is. Here is why. 1. He is Virat: Virat Kohli of India walks off the field after winning the 3rd Test. (Photo by RANDY BROOKS/AFP/Getty Images) From the early part of his career he had a huge heart while out on the field, be it the hard work that he had to put in. Virat was also tested emotionally when his father passed off while he was on duty playing for Delhi, a teen then he showed immense heart in coming back and playing for Delhi. What makes Virat, Virat is his dedication, the love and that hunger to be in action. He hates it when he gets out not for the score but for being out of action while in the dugout. Also check out – Watch: Three Indians at the top in Rameez Raja’s All-Time XI 2. A legend in making: India captain Virat Kohli gestures for his outfielders. (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images) After the early phase of nerves passed with a few matches, he started to get in the right grove, Virat knew he had a bigger responsibility to take than just be a batsman and he developed himself that way in international cricket. While his bat does most of the talking, he does not believe in taking it quietly either. One can like or dislike him for his attitude but it is highly unlikely to ignore the Virat factor whenever playing against India; this to an extent that the entire Indian line-up today revolves around him in all the three formats of the game. We will still call him a legend in making, as only legends are allowed to make that call. 3. The Maturity: India cricketer Virat Kohli is interviewed following day four of the cricket test match. (Photo by DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images) He was only a teen when he first entered Indian cricket, with the fame, glamour, and all the non-cricketing elements around (including the IPL & after parties) it was easier to go that way than to condense himself and focus more on the game. This was where he won, initially we would see him roar, exult after a good catch or a hundred which would depict his immaturity and an attempt to prove himself. That has now changed into a smile, a smile of accomplishment, satisfaction and soon after a stronger expression with the will to build it on bigger from there. Cast your vote – Poll: Who do you think is the best young Test batsman at the moment? 4. His age: His deeds speak louder and are uncommon occurrence for someone of Virat’s age. (Photo Source: Getty Images) Virat has already done that at 27, what others achieve arriving into the 30s. He is at his physical and psychological best, always in the right frame and mindset to change the miss into fortunes and guide the team to commanding positions and victory. Kohli knows what his team expects and wants him to do and does 10% more than what his 100% is, not only with the bat a really active and up for it fielder, guards all the important positions in different phases of the match and is always engaged. He has at least a decade of cricket to offer to the country, which is definitely something to look forward to in the coming years. Also read – Pakistani journalist tweets in support of India 5. Leadership Qualities: Indian captain Virat Kohli celebrates victory. (Photo by S.KODIKARA/AFP/Getty Images) The name Virat Kohli first came on the national scenes once he had taken the India U-19 team to the finals of the ICC U-19 world cup and when his team triumphed at the tournament. Soon after he got an India seniors’ team call and we all know what he is today. In between came the Indian Premier League, since he has been loyally playing for the RCB team and is their star player from the last few seasons is also leading their side. And we all knew after Mahendra Singh Dhoni would subside Virat will lead India into the next era of Indian cricket; it began recently when the most successful Indian skipper decided to retire from the longest format of the game. The world saw a new leader come to the helm of affairs, lead a new generation India in the oldest version of the game. Also read –Word consistency comes to mind speaking about Virat Kohli: Sami Aslam