You see me standing today, it is because of one person: Kohli dedicates his century to "one person"
Here's what Kohli had to say about his first century knock in almost three years
Dubai: Former India captain and star batsman Virat Kohli on Thursday broke his century jinx and scored his first international century in almost three years.
Thursday’s knock is Kohli's 71st international ton, the one which was awaited by millions of his fans ever since his last century that came against Bangladesh in 2019 during India’s first day-night test at the famous Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
After his knock, Kohli said he was “very blessed” and grateful and that the last two and half years have taught him a lot.
When asked about his relatively calmer celebrations after reaching the three-figure, Kohli said “I am going to turn 34 in November, so the celebrations are for the past.”
“I have put a lot of things into perspective. I was a bit shocked as this was the format I least expected for a century to come anytime soon. It is all God's blessing, I have been working hard and this was just a moment which was very special for me and the team as well.” Kohli further added.
He later dedicated his latest century to his wife Anushka Sharma and their daughter Vamika adding that Anushka has been his pillar of strength and has stood by him during his lean patch.
“I know there was lot of stuff going on on the outside but they really kept my perspective right and I kissed my ring in the celebrations as well, you see me standing like this right now and all the things being put in perspective has been done by one person, who stood by me through all these difficult times that is Anushka. This hundred is specially dedicated to her and our little daughter Vamika as well.” The former skipper said.
“When you have someone next to you, having conversations, putting the things in right perspective like I have been and Anushka has been by my side through these times, time away from the game has taught me a lot of things. When I came back I wasn't desperate, I was grateful for what God blessed me before, people were talking about me not getting a hundred but I looked at how much he has given me already. That really calmed me down and relaxed me.” He added.
Speaking about his return to the dressing room Kohli said the team gave him his space to work on his game and was welcoming.
“I was just happy to come back, six weeks off, I was refreshed, I understood how tired I was mentally and physically, your competitiveness does not allow you to take that call and I wanted to be the best of version of myself for the team. When I came here, when I started playing in the nets, I felt like my old rhythm was coming back and it was about getting those performances in the middle.” he said.
“Since I came back into the team, the team has been open, welcoming, helpful and given me space to work on my game.” He added.
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Drunk Creta driver drags Royal Enfield bike for 500 metres after crash in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: A drunken driving incident on Christmas Eve left a motorcyclist injured after his Royal Enfield bike was dragged for nearly 500 metres by a Hyundai Creta following a collision on Bengaluru’s Ring Road, NDTV reported on Friday.
The incident occurred on the evening of December 24, when Srinivasa KV (38) was allegedly driving the car in a rash and negligent manner while under the influence of alcohol. According to police, the accident took place around 7:15 pm when the Creta rammed into a motorcycle from behind.
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Rohit S, who was riding from Sumanahalli flyover to Nagarabhavi Circle, was thrown off the bike in the impact. He suffered injuries to his chest, legs, and hands and is now under treatment.
Police said Rohit’s Royal Enfield motorcycle became lodged under the car after the collision. The driver continued driving, dragging the bike for nearly half a kilometre. Dashcam footage from a car behind showed sparks flying under the car.
The car continued speeding on the road and rammed several other vehicles, police said. Srinivasa was eventually caught by the public, who assaulted him and handed him over to the police.
As per the report, a case has been registered at the Kamakshipalya Traffic Police Station under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Motor Vehicles Act. Further investigation is underway.
