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Rahane: Kohli's Lead-by-Example Inspired India
15 Aug
Summary
- Rahane retired from all cricket forms recently.
- Kohli's personal fitness and diet set team standards.
- Rahane and Kohli formed a strong Test batting partnership.
Ajinkya Rahane, who recently announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, shared his admiration for former captain Virat Kohli's leadership. Rahane observed that Kohli's approach was characterized by leading from the front, particularly in areas like fitness and diet, which automatically encouraged the team to emulate him without direct demands.
Rahane recalled a specific Test match in Adelaide during 2014 where Kohli's exceptional batting performance, scoring centuries in both innings, demonstrated this lead-by-example philosophy. This proactive mindset significantly influenced the Indian team's attitude towards Test cricket, fostering a more dominant approach in subsequent years.
Following his retirement, Rahane also identified his preferred batting partners across different formats. He named Virat Kohli as his top Test batting partner, acknowledging their history of successful and match-winning partnerships that yielded significant runs for India.
