McCullum Jokes Kohli Should Fail in England ODIs
England head coach Brendon McCullum praises Virat Kohli but jokingly hopes he does not score in the upcoming ODI series.
England's white-ball coach Brendon McCullum has made a light-hearted comment about Virat Kohli ahead of the three-match ODI series against India, which starts on July 14. The series marks the return of Kohli and Rohit Sharma to international cricket after the latter recovered from a long-term injury.
McCullum heaped praise on Kohli, calling him a highly competitive player who inspires millions. He described the Indian batter as a real rockstar whose fame transcends cricket. However, the coach could not resist adding a cheeky note, saying he would still like to see Kohli score no runs in the series.
Kohli enters the ODIs on a strong run of form, having amassed 616 runs in his last seven ODI innings at an average of over 123, including three centuries. McCullum acknowledged Kohli's legacy, calling him an absolute champion who will leave a lasting impact on the sport.