When Kevin Pietersen Revealed His Advice To 'Out-Of-Form' Virat Kohli
Kevin Pietersen advise to Virat Kohli [x.com]
In the challenging year of 2022, Indian cricket stalwart Virat Kohli found himself grappling with a rare lean patch, facing scrutiny for his dip in form. It was during this trying period that former England batsman Kevin Pietersen, a cricketing maverick in his own right, extended a friendly hand to the former Indian captain.
Pietersen revealed insights from a candid conversation he had with Kohli during those testing times. The Englishman empathetically pointed out that the absence of crowds, a consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic, had a profound impact on Kohli's performance.
Known for thriving in the electrifying atmosphere of a packed stadium, Kohli's game had taken a hit without the energy and fervour of the audience.
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In a video shared on Betway, Pietersen shed light on his advice to the Indian maestro:
“Virat, I’ve known for a very long time. The way that he plays the game. So passionate, so abrasive, so emotional. I think Covid hurt him. I said it to him. ‘Just chill, dude, it’s Covid, you’re an entertainer. You cannot play with three people and their dog watching you play cricket.’”
"To see him get that 75th hundred. People were foolish not to back him and not to support him.”
Pietersen's words, laden with understanding and camaraderie, encouraged Kohli to take a step back and reassess the situation. The former England star urged Kohli to start a more relaxed approach, considering the unique circumstances that the cricketing world found itself in.
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