# Kohli transformed Indian cricket, Cullinan says

2026-08-07T16:08:46+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk

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Former South Africa batsman Daryll Cullinan has said Virat Kohli changed the mood of Indian cricket by embodying a new era of aggression and fitness. In an exclusive interview with Sports Now, Cullinan praised Kohli's relentless hunger and said he could play for another three to four years if the desire remains. Cullinan believes the ODI World Cup remains Kohli's main target, but warned that he cannot rely on reputation alone. He must play enough competitive cricket, whether international or domestic, to stay battle-hardened for the tournament.

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- timesnownews.com <https://www.timesnownews.com/sports/cricket/i-am-the-new-india-daryll-cullinan-on-virat-kohlis-intensity-longevity-and-world-cup-ambition-exclusive-article-155366267>

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