'Best ODI player ever': World Cup-bound Australia star terms Virat Kohli as the 'greatest'

With the home advantage and the balance of the team that it holds, Team India will enter the ICC ODI World Cup as one of the favourites to claim the title. Since it is a team game, therefore, all the members of the squad have to chip in equally for the championship. However, another truth that lies constantly is that there are levels to this game. Thus, some players are more consistent than others and they will hold the key to reaching the summit. For India, it is none other than Virat Kohli, who will have the onus of playing the lead role and emerging as the messiah to take India to the realm of glory.

3 things you need to know

• Virat Kohli will be key to India's World Cup dream
• The ICC ODI World Cup is scheduled to begin from October 5, 2023
• India will play Australia on October 8, 2023

Mitchell Marsh calls Virat Kohli the 'best'

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For his consistency, tenacity, finesse, and brilliance, Virat Kohli has made a name for himself throughout the world. The cricketer has millions of fans across boundaries and through his play has also attained the respect of his opponents. Whether, it is Pakistan, England, or South Africa, he is greeted worldwide and he is seen as a prized wicket, one which could decide the course of the game. In a recent instance of acclamation, ahead of the start of the World Cup, one of the foremost members of the Aussie squad, Mitchell Marsh has termed Virat Kohli as "probably the best" of all generations.

“Virat Kohli is probably the best ODI player ever to play the game,” Mitchell Marsh told Fox Cricket.

While Australia always brings the best out of Virat Kohli, it will be an intriguing contest when the teams clash in their respective World Cup openers on October 8, 2023.

What to expect from Team India in the World Cup 2023?

The World Cup 2023 poses a prime opportunity for Team India to end the ICC trophy hoodoo. Led by Rohit Sharma, it is a well-balanced side, holding strengths in each department. From the opening stand of skipper and Shubman Gill to Hardik Pandya coming in at 6, the Men in Blue's batting line can induce fear in the opponents. When it comes to bowling, the trio of Siraj, Shami and Bumrah carry the ability to decimate the opposition as well as protect any target. Moreover, Kuldeep Yadav's entry as a wicket-taker could prove to be vital, when the need of the breakthrough will be at large. The all-rounders Pandya and Jadeja on their day can dominate the game on their own. 

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So, with all the firepower, Team India is one of the favorites and could go on to win the World Cup. If it happens it will be India's 3rd ODI World Cup and 2nd in the 21st century. Let us know what you think about the chances of Team India in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.