Can hardly find any fault in Virat's game: Mohammad Azharuddin

Indian skipper Virat Kohli played yet another masterful knock in the first inning of the ongoing Test against Bangladesh. He scored his fourth double century and absolutely ruled over the opposition bowlers. Among those watching at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad was one of the most popular cricketing sons of the land Mohammad Azharuddin and he was mesmerized by what Kohli did at the crease.

Virat ensured the team had a huge first innings total on the board with his 204 and the hallmark of his knock was the ease with which he played. He took absolutely no risk and was yet able to dominate the Bangladeshi bowlers. The Indian captain displayed immense focus and ability to deliver exceptional, beyond expectation performances.

Talking to Mid-day after witnessing the knock Azhar said, “He played well, no doubt about it. When opportunities arise, he scores runs. I would say he creates opportunities. He is a very good all-round player and you can hardly find any fault in him. More importantly, he is very focused. He is one player, who really looks after himself, looks after his body. When you are fit, you can score big runs at all times.”

Being one of the most successful Indian captains the Hyderabadi also praised Virat the leader and said it is his confidence that has helped him lead the team as well as he has been doing. His own form and performances have certainly enhanced his captaincy as well since he is on the top of the game and the team looks up to him for that.

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“He is a good leader. When you are scoring runs, you automatically become a good leader because you are armed with so much confidence. If you struggle with your performance then it becomes very difficult for a leader to perform his role. He is on a high and I hope he is always on a high. Whatever Virat has done, he has done with authority and conviction, so I think he doesn’t need to take any pressure on himself whatsoever.” Azhar said.