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I liked one thing in particular…: Sachin Tendulkar hails Virat Kohli’s match-winning knock in RCB-GT clash

Virat Kohli’s poor run of form in the 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL) has been one of the biggest talking points of the ongoing season. The former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper hit a new career low in the 15th edition by making three golden ducks.
After scoring just 236 runs in 13 matches with just one 50+ score, Kohli put the poor run of form behind him with a sublime half-century vs Gujarat Titans. More than the runs, the way he got to the milestone is what made cricket fans all around the world rise up in appreciation. The Indian batting talisman ended up scoring 73 runs in 54 balls while reaching the milestone in only 33 balls.
Among those to lavish praise on Kohli following the match-winning knock was Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar. Tendulkar hailed Kohli’s ‘positive attitude’ and full of praise for a six he hit to Rashid Khan. The Mumbai Indians’ mentor also appreciated Faf du Plessis for giving him able support.
“I liked the positive attitude shown by the Bangalore batters. Virat took the initiative and he started attacking. In this match, I liked one thing in particular, and that was the precision in his footwork and, as they say, showing the face of the bat. It was visible and I liked that. Both batters are fit, and their running between the wicket is brilliant,” said Tendulkar in a video on his YouTube channel.
“The shot Virat played against Rashid, to reach his fifty, was just brilliant. I thought he noticed that it was a leg spinner, and the length of the ball was close to his feet, and at the last moment, he used his wrist to give it elevation. I loved it because it wasn’t a wild slog at all.
“He read the bowler well and being aware of the length, he played that shot at the last moment. Overall, Virat batted brilliantly I felt and Faf played a great supporting role. That was smart cricket,” Tendulkar concluded.

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