Kohli docked for beaching IPL code of conduct
As the KKR team celebrated the prized scalp, Kohli went up to the umpire to review the call as he felt it was a waist-high no-ball.
Virat Kohli, who began the year 2019 by becoming the first man in history to simultaneously win all three major ICC awards — Cricketer of the Year, Test Player of the Year and ODI Player of the Year — is a source of inspiration for many, not only for his athleticism but also for the passion he possesses.
However, the star himself draws inspiration from the Portuguese talisman Cristiano Ronaldo and said that the latter is above everyone else.
In an interview with FIFA.com, Kohli revealed Ronaldo is his all-time favourite footballer.
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“For me, Cristiano (Ronaldo) is above everyone else. His commitment and work ethic is unmatched. He wants it that bad — you can see it every game (sic.),” said Kohli.
The 30-year-old further said that for him, Ronaldo has had a better career than Argentine great Lionel Messi.
“In my opinion, he (Ronaldo) has taken on more challenges and succeeded at all of them. He’s the most complete player. I have seen and his work ethic, as I mentioned, is unmatched. He inspires people. I don’t think many people do that. He’s also a leader and I love that. Absolutely love it. He has amazing belief too,” said Kohli.
Kohli, who was placed on seventh on ESPN’s World Fame 100 this year, believes Kylian Mbappe will take over as the best footballer in the years to come.
“(Kylian) Mbappe stands out for me. His sprint in the 2018 World Cup against Argentina is hard to forget. He’s a beast and he will definitely be at the top of the pile for me. (He is) Absolutely a top-class player,” Kohli said.
Kohli is currently in the US where India will be playing two of its three T20Is against the West Indies starting Saturday.
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