Published 19:10 IST, August 5th 2023

'He’s one of the best': West Indies star chooses between Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli

The Windies star also revealed his approach to facing Kohli on the field. During the last IPL season, Mayers was involved in an altercation with Kohli.

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Indian cricketers, especially Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, enjoy an unparalleled level of popularity in the world of sports. Both iconic figures have earned immense respect and adoration not only in India but across the globe. Virat Kohli, the epitome of consistency and passion, has won over millions of hearts with his aggressive yet stylish batting, unparalleled fitness, and charismatic leadership. Rohit Sharma, on the other hand, is a batting maestro known for his elegant stroke play and ability to convert centuries into double centuries with ease. 

3 things you need to know

  • Virat Kohli was involved in an altercation with Kyle Mayers during IPL 2023
  • Mayers has now opened up on the incident with Kohli on FanCode
  • Mayers also picked his most prized wicket between Kohli and Rohit Sharma

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Kyle Mayers picks between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

A recent revelation from West Indies batsman Kyle Mayers has caught the attention of the cricketing world. When asked to pick his most prized wicket between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Mayers chose the former. The West Indies all-rounder unequivocally chose Kohli, acknowledging him as one of the best players across all formats. Mayers expressed the sentiment shared by bowlers worldwide, stating that every bowler would relish the opportunity to dismiss the former Indian captain.

Any bowler would like to get out Kohli, he’s one of the best players across formats.

Kohli boasts an impressive record of over 25,000 runs in international cricket, with an astounding 76 centuries and 131 half-centuries to his credit. On the other hand, Rohit has been equally remarkable, accumulating over 17,000 runs with 44 centuries and 93 half-centuries. Their incredible achievements have firmly established them as two of the most decorated batsmen in contemporary cricket.

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Mayers also revealed his approach on facing Kohli on the field. During the previous edition of the Indian Premier League, Mayers was involved in an heated exchange with the former RCB captain. The incident took place during a match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants. Mayers seemed to have moved past the incident, accepting it as part of Kohli's aggressive approach on the field. Mayers said that Kohli was possibly trying to get something out of the game.  

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19:10 IST, August 5th 2023