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Virat’s intensity inspires five others to stretch limits when fielding: Dilip
Virat’s intensity inspires five others to stretch limits when fielding: Dilip
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…
The Story in Brief
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.
The Indian Opinion
Talk of Virat Kohli's waning influence is often exaggerated. His fielding commitment, even at this stage, remains undeniable. The narrative that fielding is a secondary skill gets challenged by the medal system Dilip introduced, which fostered genuine competition without ego. Watch if India's ground standards slip under new coach Subhadeep Ghosh during the Sri Lanka Tests.
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