Tom Moody Speaks About Virat Kohli’s Influence on the Team

Virat Kohli is one of the most expressive players on the field and his energy is electrifying. Irrespective of Kohli’s personal performance, he is always there to encourage bowlers and fields on the ground. The former Indian captain has instilled confidence in his team and has always believed in giving 200%. The Royal Challengers Bangalore franchise is in a tricky situation and Tom Moody believes that in a situation like this, encouragement from Virat Kohli can help the team.

Ahead of the Rajasthan Royals versus Royal Challengers Bangalore match, Tom Moody acknowledged that Virat Kohli is a competitive player. He added that on certain occasions, having someone like him around can help bring out the best in players. “Virat Kohli is a very emotional and competitive player. It has been the case with several other greats of the game for it is their passion which drives them. Virat is one of those players, and such players also help the team bring out their best,” he said.

Such players (Virat Kohli) also help the team bring out their best: Tom Moody

Tom Moody isn’t the only one who speaks about the aggressive playing style of Virat Kohli. RCB teammate Mohammad Siraj has time and again spoken about receiving backing from the former skipper. In a conversation with Gaurav Kapur on Breakfast with Champions, Mohammad Siraj explained how fitness standards set by Virat Kohli have helped him drive to do better. The former RCB skipper has been vocal about the importance of fitness which can also be seen in his performance on the field.

“Whether he scores a hundred or zero, he will follow a set routine and will meet you at breakfast and then in the gym. The fitness standards he has set has been just next level. He is not getting relaxed even after achieving so much. He is still hungry and wants to get better. Hats off,” Mohammad Siraj said. RCB won their game against RR by 112 runs. While Virat Kohli got out cheaply in the first innings, he took 2 crucial catches. The victory has given an enormous boost to RCB’s net run rate. They are now at number 5 with 12 points.