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"She’s Been Brilliant" Suresh Raina Lauds Anushka For Her Positive Influence On Virat Kohli

Sakshi Sharma

Suresh Raina on Virat Kohli (Source:@ImRaina,x. com)Suresh Raina on Virat Kohli (Source:@ImRaina,x. com)

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has applauded Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma for playing a crucial role in Virat Kohli’s ongoing cricketing resurgence. Speaking in an interview with Filmygyan, as quoted by The Times of India, Raina reflected on how Kohli’s family life especially the presence of Anushka and their children has brought a renewed sense of focus and motivation. 

Suresh Raina Praises Anushka's Impact On Kohli

Suresh Raina’s remarks come during Kohli’s stellar run in ongoing IPL 2025 and shortly after his outstanding performances in the Champions Trophy. 

"Look at Virat when he was with Anushka, when he had a kid. He scored 100 against Pakistan when the pressure chips were down... Now he’s playing for the kids. I’m so happy for her family also. Anushka, she’s been brilliant around. Him giving that edge, that you go... It only happens when your family is with you."

The star batter played a crucial role in India’s title win, smashing a match-winning century against Pakistan and scoring a gritty 84 in the semifinal against Australia.

"He (Kohli) said, let me switch off from my cricket, let me spend time with my wife, kids… After that, I think he made both runs. Sometimes, when you go through so many things, you have to rejuvenate. And he just had a way with a boy (Akaay). Imagine, he’s the number one batter in the world."

Virat Kohli In Red-Hot Form For RCB

Virat Kohli has been in red-hot form in the ongoing IPL 2025.  After a cautious start, the veteran has scored five 50+ scores in his last seven innings that also include three consecutive half-centuries. 

As of now, he is fifth on the Orange Cap leaderboard with 443 runs at a formidable average of 63.29 and a strike rate of 138.87 from 10 matches.

His brilliance at the top has been instrumental in RCB’s success this season. With 7 wins and 3 loss, the Bengaluru-based franchise sits comfortably in third place on the points table and is well-positioned to make a strong push for the playoffs.

Clash of Titans: RCB vs CSK

It is important to note that RCB will take on CSK at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The match is set to be one of the most anticipated fixtures of the season, as Rajat Patidar and his men look to register another win against CSK. 

In their previous encounter, RCB stunned the five-time champions with a dominant 50-run win in Chennai -their first victory at Chepauk in 17 years.