# Virat’s intensity inspires five others to stretch limits when fielding: Dilip 2026-08-12T03:55:00+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 2 independent outlets Former India fielding coach T Dilip says Virat Kohli's relentless intensity has a contagious effect, pushing at least five other players to 'stretch their limits' when fielding with him. Dilip told JioStar that Kohli shows no difference between practice and matches, setting an example by running from long-on to long-on during death overs. Dilip, whose five-year stint ended after the England tour, recalled the silent dressing room after the 2024 T20 World Cup win in Barbados as his best moment. He also explained that the fielding medal he introduced recognised overall impact, not just spectacular catches, and created healthy competition. India now face a two-Test series in Sri Lanka from August 15, with Subhadeep Ghosh replacing Dilip as fielding coach. ## Coverage - thehindu.com - rediff.com Tags: Cricket, India fielding, intensity, T Dilip, team influence, Virat Kohli Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/virat-kohlis-intensity-inspires-five-others-to-stretch-limits-says-dilip/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/virat-kohlis-intensity-inspires-five-others-to-stretch-limits-says-dilip/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.