If there was anything like an all time India Playing XI and one that that specifically concerned itself with the shortest format as well as the ODI fifty over format, then a name that’ll be dearly mentioned and with much pride and gusto would that be of a certain Virat Kohli. There’s literally no person left on a cricket field on whom Virat Kohli has not had an impact and perhaps not impressed. The latest in the line of those who perhaps have been entertained by the great batter and been served some awe is that of umpire Anil Chaudhary.

Mr Chaudhary has been a noted umpire and an experienced one at that officiating in dozens of international contests across formats, especially in India. He’s someone who’s seen not just the batting wizard in midst of his run making spree, but perhaps also delving in his typical Kohli-isms so to speak, to impact and affect the game in his own special manner.

Charm and charisma As a matter of fact, if one were to think about it, it would be found that batters like Virat Kohli, a decorated former captain of the Indian team across formats, has operated with a sense of boldness, a very visible streak of passion and such positivity that whether you’re his own teammate or an opponent, Virat’s charisma sort of rubs you in a certain way.

Yes, the mega streaks of run scoring have been there and have notably led to the crowning of a term as fascinating as the “chase master”, but Kohli has also entertained on many an occasion by simply being on the field and simply by being himself.

 

Ever heard a phrase- “Oh, he’s such a character?” Perhaps the same could be avidly described to depict Kohli’s on-field charisma.

What did the noted umpire say about Virat Kohli 

The same was identified and elaborated upon by the popular Indian umpire where he said the following about the giant achiever in the game: “Players like him should be there, otherwise, the game will get boring.”

Many a time, we’ve seen Virat Kohli speaking something funny to perhaps simply break the concentration of his opponents and when not, then he’s been even seen imitating some of the very recognisable mannerisms of his younger Indian colleagues such as Ishan Kishan and even Shubman Gill, the current One day and test captain. And these are things that besides entertaining the fans, endear Kohli to several others in the game!