Fans divided over Sunil Gavaskar’s response to Virat Kohli’s comments on strike rate debate
After Sunil Gavaskar’s scathing response to Virat Kohli’s comments on cricket experts debating his strike rate in T20s, fans have taken to social media to voice their opinions on the controversy.
Prior to the announcement of India’s squad for the T20 World Cup, there were discussions about Kohli’s strike rate not being up to par with current T20 standards, despite his impressive performance in the ongoing IPL season. However, Kohli still made it to the T20 World Cup squad, much to the surprise of many.
In response to the criticism, Kohli defended himself by stating, “For me, it’s about winning games for the team. People can talk about their assumptions, but those who have done it day in and day out know what’s happening.”
Gavaskar, on the other hand, questioned Kohli’s strike rate and criticized him for responding to outside noise. He also expressed disappointment in Star Sports for airing the controversial clip.
Fans have been divided in their opinions on the matter, with some supporting Kohli’s stance on focusing on winning games, while others agreeing with Gavaskar’s critique of his strike rate. The debate has sparked a heated discussion among cricket enthusiasts on social media platforms.
As the T20 World Cup approaches, all eyes will be on Kohli to see if he can silence his critics and lead India to victory on the global stage. The controversy surrounding his strike rate is sure to add an extra layer of intrigue to his performance in the tournament.