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Gavaskar praises Kohli, Rana despite India’s series defeat

January 19, 2026

Indore, Jan 19 (UNI) Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has praised Virat Kohli’s batting temperament, highlighting the star batter’s ability to adapt his game according to the situation rather than being bound by an expected playing style. Speaking on JioStar after the third and final ODI against New Zealand in Indore, Gavaskar said Kohli’s mindset sets him apart from many contemporary players. “The thing about him is that he’s not tied down to an image,” Gavaskar said.

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“A lot of batters and bowlers are constrained by how they’re perceived and feel they must live up to that image.
Virat isn’t like that.
He’s tied to the job at hand, and that job is to score runs.” Gavaskar explained that Kohli’s flexibility allows him to begin cautiously when required and attack early when the situation demands.
“He’s not governed by expectations of how he should play.
He plays according to the situation.

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Gavaskar praises Kohli, Rana despite India’s series defeat

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