R Sridhar hails Virat Kohli’s work ethics and temperament

Kohli fielding [PC: Twitter]

If there is one thing for which no one can ever criticize, Virat Kohli is his dedication to the sport. Kohli was never the naturally gifted cricketer when it comes to fielding.

It took hard work and determination from the former Indian skipper to establish himself as one of the finest fielders of the current generation.

However, not many are aware of the efforts put in by Kohli to become a good slip fielder. Former Indian fielding coach R Sridhar recently reflected on how Kohli struggled with slip catches.

How Kohli became one of the best slip fielders?

“Virat Kohli has gone on to become one of India's better slip fielders, purely with practice. He was not a very good slip fielder initially because he was too energetic. Not that he is not energetic now.

“He is still very much there but he is able to know when to be calm and he has channeled his energy better. But I am telling you it's practice,” Sridhar said as quoted by Cricket.com.

Further, Sridhar also recalled a memory of the former Indian skipper which he would like to take to his grave. The veteran was all praises for Kohli’s work ethic and temperament.

Sridhar reveals Virat Kohli’s success mantra as a fielder

Virat Kohli [PC: Twitter]

"I have had sessions with him when I have got tired, and I said 'Virat, that's enough'. But he would ask 'Why, are you tired? I want to catch more'. And I am like going on and on... nicking 100 of catches to him. And it's not just a one-off day.

“Every series. There are a few days where he takes more than 100 catches on a session. And the energy with which he does it is mind-boggling," Sridhar concluded.

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