[PICTURES/VIDEO] Virat Kohli's behaviour as captain

**Abdullah719** · 28th January 2018, 00:51

We have this thread for Sarfaraz so we need one for Kohli.

Seeing him in media interactions etc. prior to the SA series, I thought he had mellowed down a lot. He has still matured but is prone to taking the bait such as when the journalist recently questioned him about the Indian playing XI.

Similarly, on the field, some of his celebrations during the SA series were a little over the top and he also received a demerit point for misbehaving with the umpires.

Ian Healy last year called his behaviour 'unacceptable'. http://www.smh.com.au/sport/cricket/...06-gurrb6.html

Sunil Gavaskar also questioned his behaviour. https://www.mykhel.com/cricket/3rd-t...ur-007977.html

Thoughts?

**dhonixi** · 28th January 2018, 00:54

I love the reaction he did towards crowd after SA innings finished. Nothing over the top but still great 😝, Problem is sarfaraz rile up his team mates, but kohli unites his teammates against opposition. Still he needs to little calm for his own sake

**Sadevdesai** · 28th January 2018, 01:07

I think it is OK .... some guys get wound up too tight .... specially if he is a Captain .... and even specially if he is 0-2 in a 3 Match Series !!!! In the end though, everything gets reset to zero again in a day or two !!!! What fun it would be, if after winning, the Team walks off the field as if they are just returning from a Funeral ???

**Proactive_** · 28th January 2018, 01:16

He's the new and improved (or deteriorated) S. Sreesanth in that regard, but obviously his behavior will be swept under the carpet since he's the golden boy of Indian cricket.

**Sachin136** · 28th January 2018, 01:25

His celebrations and sendoffs are usually okay. Just has to keep it cool with the umpires.

**Abdul** · 28th January 2018, 01:27

He is not doing it to any of his own teammates.

I love the picture where he showed the Australians his middle one. It's priceless.

**Abdul** · 28th January 2018, 01:29

Sher.

**urnotserious** · 28th January 2018, 01:31

He's an absolute gun. Leads from the front and backs up his words.

He's an attacking tiger, not a cornered one.

**Savak** · 28th January 2018, 01:40

He only shows this bravado when it favors him.

**AuxiliA** · 28th January 2018, 01:53

Kohli is like one those personalities whom you can like or hate but can't ignore!

**Boi** · 28th January 2018, 02:15

Legend. If only we had a player who could give some stick back to these Western teams as well as back it up with performance. We've got too many meek, inarticulate players.

**DeadBall** · 28th January 2018, 02:17

Well at least, unlike Sarfaraz he actually has performances to back up his school boyish behaviour.

**Savak** · 28th January 2018, 02:24

Originally Posted by DeadBall

Well at least, unlike Sarfaraz he actually has performances to back up his school boyish behaviour.

This is the biggest myth about Sarfaraz. Sarfaraz has performed with the bat in 2 games on this tour. He will obviously not be super consistent like Kohli.

**Napa** · 28th January 2018, 02:34

I don't think anybody will disagree that I support the Indian team, I have to say that Kohli's behavior should change for the better. It is one thing to be aggressive and relentless, but one can also be polite and well-mannered at the same time. People will only think better of him if he changes.

**BaankeJi** · 28th January 2018, 02:45

His behavior is alright.

**Sin Nombre** · 28th January 2018, 02:55

Originally Posted by Boi

Legend. If only we had a player who could give some stick back to these Western teams as well as back it up with performance. We've got too many meek, inarticulate players.

This.

Kohli needs to improve on team selections, not his behaviour.

**troodon** · 28th January 2018, 02:57

His behavior will look fine when he is scoring and India is Winning.

**JattMaula** · 28th January 2018, 03:05

Very immature person. Inner beast is barely contained. I fear some bad times will make him loose mental stability.

**AuxiliA** · 28th January 2018, 03:10

Captaincy aside, you must recognize the confidence he inspires in the batsmen batting along side him in difficult conditions.

#ShaamTakKhelenge

**RagingJ** · 28th January 2018, 03:23

His reactions when wickets falls I've noticed has been over the top and just seems to do it for the cameras, jumping around like an animated child.

**Saj** · 28th January 2018, 05:24

OTT and immature at times.

No problem with aggression but childish antics aren't needed.

**kingusama92** · 28th January 2018, 05:28

Most of his aggression is reserved for opposing players and umpires.

Could be toned down but it's a part of his aura/greatness. It seems that's how he gets his head in the game.

**cricketworm** · 28th January 2018, 05:56

Love his reaction. He is pumping up the whole team with his reaction. His attitude creates fear in opposition's psyche. He is dangerous batsman as well.

Loving his attitude, he is a rare breed. Will take this team to new heights.

**princeuk** · 28th January 2018, 06:04

His behaviour at times is ugly, it showed in this test series when India were under the pump.

**Buffet** · 28th January 2018, 06:17

I don't mind characters in cricket as long as they are not crossing the line.

**Itachi** · 28th January 2018, 07:16

The difference with sarfaraz is, sarfaraz yells at his team mate A LOT.

Kohli has bad antics but only for opposition.

**Darkrai** · 28th January 2018, 07:29

Originally Posted by Itachi

The difference with sarfaraz is, sarfaraz yells at his team mate A LOT.

Kohli has bad antics but only for opposition.

Except he was cursing Ashwin when he got hit for four-very bad language.

**English August** · 28th January 2018, 08:17

It's perfectly fine as long as he's not crossing the line. It's his natural behavior. No point in expecting him to be a Dravid. Folks need to stay true to their basic nature.

**dravidthewall** · 28th January 2018, 08:57

Love is attitude as captain..reminds me of pointing who used to cheat against every other team and playing mind game..still he regarded as best captain and legendary batsman...now give some chance to kohli to repeat the same

**Savak** · 28th January 2018, 09:44

Imran Khan hated losing and always fought, gave his all on the field but he had class in both defeat and victory. Contrast that to Kohli's wannabe childish antics.

**English August** · 28th January 2018, 09:55

Originally Posted by Savak

Imran Khan hated losing and always fought, gave his all on the field but he had class in both defeat and victory.

Imran and his class eh? Tell us more!

**Nikhil_cric** · 28th January 2018, 10:11

Can come across as idiotic but im more concerned about his in field captaincy and selection choices than his antics tbh.

**CricketCartoons** · 28th January 2018, 10:27

Originally Posted by Savak

Imran Khan hated losing and always fought, gave his all on the field but he had class in both defeat and victory. Contrast that to Kohli's wannabe childish antics.

Never saw a captain gesturing and mocking the spectators like kholi does. Any self respecting fan would be embarrassed of kholi's behaviour, but the ones with deep seated inf complex and those little ones who beat their tiny chests have found a release with kholi's antics.

Utterly disgraceful and a shame that this guy is a captain. Uncouth and classless.

**CanadianG00se** · 28th January 2018, 10:31

Originally Posted by CricketCartoons

Never saw a captain gesturing and mocking the spectators like kholi does. Any self respecting fan would be embarrassed of kholi's behaviour, but the ones with deep seated inf complex and those little ones who beat their tiny chests have found a release with kholi's antics.

Utterly disgraceful and a shame that this guy is a captain. Uncouth and classless.

Worry about your own team and captain. We INDIANS love Kohli and happy the way he is leading the team.

Oh heard ur team got azz whopped by Lankans in final

**CricketCartoons** · 28th January 2018, 10:34

Originally Posted by CanadianG00se

Worry about your own team and captain. We INDIANS love Kohli and happy the way he is leading the team.

Oh heard ur team got azz whopped by Lankans in final

I know many indians like kholi's behavior. I gave the reason why.. napolean syndrome of these fans.

**CanadianG00se** · 28th January 2018, 10:37

Originally Posted by CricketCartoons

I know many indians like kholi's behavior. I gave the reason why.. napolean syndrome of these fans.

We like him for whatever reason, but do you hate him because u guys dont have player of his calibre?

**CricketCartoons** · 28th January 2018, 10:53

Originally Posted by CanadianG00se

We like him for whatever reason, but do you hate him because u guys dont have player of his calibre?

No, I have him for his classless behaviour. If it was just about calibre, I would be hating Smith and ABDV. Maybe this is another trait of the fans who thump their tiny chests that they hate players who are more skilled than their rockshtars.

**CanadianG00se** · 28th January 2018, 10:57

Originally Posted by CricketCartoons

No, I have him for his classless behaviour. If it was just about calibre, I would be hating Smith and ABDV. Maybe this is another trait of the fans who thump their tiny chests that they hate players who are more skilled than their rockshtars.

Makng gesture is classless but someone who cheats to win is lauded as best captain. #FanLogic.

**CricketCartoons** · 28th January 2018, 11:01

Originally Posted by CanadianG00se

Makng gesture is classless but someone who cheats to win is lauded as best captain. #FanLogic.

What a pathetic strawman. Whom did I laud as the best captain?

Don't be so rattled by the valid criticism of the guy who worship.

**AAli98** · 28th January 2018, 13:11

Its all fake bollywood bravado behaviour trying to impress indian wana bee bollywood stars.

This guy would never pick a fight with anyone in a telephone box!!

**Abdullah719** · 14th February 2018, 21:49

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**Proactive_** · 14th February 2018, 22:02

Originally Posted by Abdullah719

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But according to some jingoists, this is just normal undirected at anyone celebration.

**Savak** · 14th February 2018, 22:03

Originally Posted by AAli98

Its all fake bollywood bravado behaviour trying to impress indian wana bee bollywood stars.

This guy would never pick a fight with anyone in a telephone box!!

I would dare him to behave this way with someone like Tyson. He would dare not do it. If he foolishly does it i will concede that this is Kohli the original.

**OoparCut** · 14th February 2018, 23:21

Originally Posted by Abdullah719

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Ok that's legit funny.

But honestly speaking, I wouldn't want an Indian captain or even a player to be doing such things on a cricket field.

Heart on your sleeve and all that is fine. But Kohli needs to simmer down and practice some self-control.

Although I do believe there's been a lot of things said to him by the crowd, as well as the South Africans, during this Test and ODI series.

I have not seen him THIS worked up in a while.

**Princejain191** · 14th February 2018, 23:36

Hate his over the top celebrations after a wicket. Send-offs are childish. There is no pride in saying vile stuff to someone who is already out. Maybe if there is some history between two players, but even then, better to just celebrate with your team mates. Too good and big a player to be indulging in all this. Hopefully, it stops soon. He would probably be more revered and respected if he was more graceful and mature in the field. In the end, this hurts him more than anybody. As soon as his form weakens, he becomes an easy target.

**rudra** · 14th February 2018, 23:53

I think this unending zeal and energy bank is what we should admire. Rather than bashing him for being hyper active.
If you try to tame him down he might lose his hunger.
I see nothing wrong if he isnt violating any law.

**JattMaula** · 15th February 2018, 00:39

Originally Posted by JattMaula

Very immature person. Inner beast is barely contained. I fear some bad times will make him loose mental stability.

Have said this before and will say this again. He needs some control. What's the fun in kicking someone when they are down?

**Abdul** · 15th February 2018, 00:48

Originally Posted by Abdullah719

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The stuff of legends!

**GrandMaster** · 15th February 2018, 00:49

Looking at his body language, it seems something happened which we are not aware of.

It’s ok for bowlers to give send off and use F words but a captain of a performing team can’t? When Ponting used to do such things, he was called aggressive but no one complained coz they were unbeatable that time.

People need to comment about his performance and captaincy skills rather than his behavior.

**RainMan_** · 15th February 2018, 00:54

I'd love to have a captain like him in my team. He never backs off. Why would he? He knows that he's currently the best batsman in the world and just one good world cup away form becoming the greatest batsman of all time.

Why will he let other players to get away by sledging him who aren't even half the player he is. Next time when he'll visit Australia, aussies will think twice before sledging him because he showed them the last time who's the real boss.

**R3verse Swing** · 15th February 2018, 01:09

I don't see the issue with Kohli celebrating the way he did. For one, an away ODI series win was at stake, secondly, he has the sand to back his mouth and aggression with the bat.

Though anyone playing Poker will tell you, he was under pressure.

Enjoy the moment.

**Cricfan4eva** · 15th February 2018, 02:16

I love that Kohli is being hated. Because that means he is getting under oppositions and their fans nerves.

He isnt out there to win hearts but games.

**Mahee** · 15th February 2018, 02:49

great aggression from king kohli

**subbu** · 15th February 2018, 03:00

Originally Posted by Abdullah719

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Definitely not aimed at the batsmen may be at media

**drrashmin** · 15th February 2018, 03:18

Originally Posted by Savak

He only shows this bravado when it favors him.

Ponting behaved on same line but for PPers he is a legend.

**Sherlock** · 15th February 2018, 04:25

He does use the same insult every-time I've seen him get animated...Nothing wrong with celebrations, just watch the lingo. No need to use profanities like that.

When our players do it, I feel cringed and embarrassed by it. There's no need.

**BaankeJi** · 15th February 2018, 04:27

That reaction from Kohli does not seem directed towards a player. It seems to be either spectators or media. And it is quite funny.

**Syed1** · 15th February 2018, 04:30

He makes Sarfaraz look like a tehzeeb dar larka.. the same ppl who are seen defending Kohli mouth off against Sarfaraz.

**OoparCut** · 15th February 2018, 04:34

Originally Posted by Syed1

He makes Sarfaraz look like a tehzeeb dar larka.. the same ppl who are seen defending Kohli mouth off against Sarfaraz.

You'll never see VK direct any bad behavior towards his own team though.

**Syed1** · 15th February 2018, 04:40

Originally Posted by OoparCut

You'll never see VK direct any bad behavior towards his own team though.

He is not behind the stump mic otherwise you wouldn't be saying that. Many times Kohli is seen mouthing off at his teammates for bad bowling, missfields and dropped chances.

**GrandMaster** · 15th February 2018, 04:52

Originally Posted by Syed1

He is not behind the stump mic otherwise you wouldn't be saying that. Many times Kohli is seen mouthing off at his teammates for bad bowling, missfields and dropped chances.

That is where Sarfaraz beats Kohli by miles. Kohli will never mouth off at bowlers for bad bowling though he gets upset for misfields and dropped catches, it's quite obvious by his body language.

**bala977** · 15th February 2018, 04:56

Originally Posted by Abdullah719

We have this thread for Sarfaraz so we need one for Kohli.

Seeing him in media interactions etc. prior to the SA series, I thought he had mellowed down a lot. He has still matured but is prone to taking the bait such as when the journalist recently questioned him about the Indian playing XI.

Similarly, on the field, some of his celebrations during the SA series were a little over the top and he also received a demerit point for misbehaving with the umpires.

Ian Healy last year called his behaviour 'unacceptable'. http://www.smh.com.au/sport/cricket/...06-gurrb6.html

Sunil Gavaskar also questioned his behaviour. https://www.mykhel.com/cricket/3rd-t...ur-007977.html

Thoughts?

Just because he is from the subcontinent, he isn't allowed to be aggressive?

He is like a Viking berserker who lifts himself and his team with these so called antics. So tough luck that some people don't like it!

**PakLFC** · 15th February 2018, 06:24

Virat is a good man in general. He does need to mature a bit now being captain and stop sticking his tongue out at opponents or making other silly gestures. He can learn a lot from former captain Dhoni in this regard. MS never acted like this at all.

**The_Odd_One** · 15th February 2018, 07:56

Originally Posted by Abdullah719

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Did he just copy Triple H from his DX days?

**WengerOut** · 15th February 2018, 08:03

You know India and Virat in particular are doing well whenever this post gets bumped.

**IndianFan2018** · 15th February 2018, 08:35

Originally Posted by WengerOut

You know India and Virat in particular are doing well whenever this post gets bumped.

Exactly, when India is doing well all moral police will come out in numbers to preach about king Kohli behaviour

**IndianFan2018** · 15th February 2018, 08:43

Originally Posted by Cricfan4eva

I love that Kohli is being hated. Because that means he is getting under oppositions and their fans nerves.

He isnt out there to win hearts but games.

Don't rub more .. already too much burnol moments king has given to many here

Team India or

2 is not playing cricket to make friends or win diplomacy award.... Play Hard and Play Bold #RCB

**Haripotter** · 15th February 2018, 09:31

Originally Posted by RainMan_

I'd love to have a captain like him in my team. He never backs off. Why would he? He knows that he's currently the best batsman in the world and just one good world cup away form becoming the greatest batsman of all time.

Why will he let other players to get away by sledging him who aren't even half the player he is. Next time when he'll visit Australia, aussies will think twice before sledging him because he showed them the last time who's the real boss.

Wonderfully put . He has taken all those who use this tactics of sledging on his team

**urnotserious** · 15th February 2018, 09:55

LOL, this thread just goes to show how successful Kohli is at what he does.

**IndianFan2018** · 15th February 2018, 10:43

Originally Posted by urnotserious

LOL, this thread just goes to show how successful Kohli is at what he does.

Don't mess with King Kohli, loud and clear to all

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**IndianFan2018** · 15th February 2018, 10:48

Originally Posted by RainMan_

I'd love to have a captain like him in my team. He never backs off. Why would he? He knows that he's currently the best batsman in the world and just one good world cup away form becoming the greatest batsman of all time.

Why will he let other players to get away by sledging him who aren't even half the player he is. Next time when he'll visit Australia, aussies will think twice before sledging him because he showed them the last time who's the real boss.

IIRC just before last AUS test tour of India ... many OZ ex cricketers advising against taunting Kohli to avoid making him angry and perform even better #Hulk #Don'tMake'mAngry

That is the respect you get from opposition by playing hard and bold ....not by being politically good sissy captain

**kingusama92** · 15th February 2018, 10:55

I've said this before, Kohli uses these things to get his mind into the game.

Kind of like he's in a battle against the opposition.

These guys play far too many matches and that's one way to pump yourself up. Clearly works because the man performs like a machine with the bat.

**IndianFan2018** · 15th February 2018, 11:07

Originally Posted by kingusama92

I've said this before, Kohli uses these things to get his mind into the game.

Kind of like he's in a battle against the opposition.

These guys play far too many matches and that's one way to pump yourself up. Clearly works because the man performs like a machine with the bat.

We won few matches and lost few with Calm and Cool Dhoni but never dominated ...for that to happen King Kohli way is the right way

**AssassinatedDevil** · 15th February 2018, 11:09

Think he's been extra worked up in this series because he'll FINALLY be able to shut some critics up about India's away record. Nevertheless it's childish attitude but the fact he does it shows how much he cares about his team. Sarfaraz imo handles the aggression better since he directs the aggression at his own team mates who are all friends with him rather than doing what kohli does and risk entering the demerit points territory.

**IndianFan2018** · 15th February 2018, 11:16

Imran Khan

is still remembered as best captain by many the way he created fear in opposition camp.

Kohli is nowhere near cornered tiger

but will do for us as is

2 now. He should be careful in not crossing the line and getting ban in important matches ..

I use to admire

in 90's always wish we should have someone like him to lead us #WishComeTrue

PS: Not saying Imran was as arrogant as Kohli ..Please note, cheers.

**IndianFan2018** · 15th February 2018, 11:22

Originally Posted by AssassinatedDevil

Think he's been extra worked up in this series because he'll FINALLY be able to shut some critics up about India's away record. Nevertheless it's childish attitude but the fact he does it shows how much he cares about his team. Sarfaraz imo handles the aggression better since he directs the aggression at his own team mates who are all friends with him rather than doing what kohli does and risk entering the demerit points territory.

Sometimes shouting at own players may create internal rifts leading to rebels in team. Aggression towards opposition will motivate own team ..#JustMyOpinion

**Usman Chadda** · 15th February 2018, 11:25

The response of Indian fans in this should really teach a few of the Pakistani fans on this forum a lesson to be honest. No matter what the antics of their captain on the field, they defend him through thick and thin. God forbid, if Sarfraz was upto such shenanigans, he would have been outlawed and his posters would have been burnt in public. Such is the decency and hypocrisy of Pakistani fans.

Support your own. Stop devaluing your players. When you bash your own players mercilessly, owing to massive inferiority complexes, why do you expect fans of other countries to respect your cricketers?

With respect to the thread, good on Virat Kohli. Too many nice guys in cricket nowadays.

**IndianFan2018** · 15th February 2018, 11:29

Originally Posted by Usman Chadda

The response of Indian fans in this should really teach a few of the Pakistani fans on this forum a lesson to be honest. No matter what the antics of their captain on the field, they defend him through thick and thin. God forbid, if Sarfraz was upto such shenanigans, he would have been outlawed and his posters would have been burnt in public. Such is the decency and hypocrisy of Pakistani fans.

Support your own. Stop devaluing your players. When you bash your own players mercilessly, owing to massive inferiority complexes, why do you expect fans of other countries to respect your cricketers?

With respect to the thread, good on Virat Kohli. Too many nice guys in cricket nowadays.

if we don't support our own captain how can u expect from others.

I do agree Kohli goes over board sometimes ...When Ricky Ponting

was doing the same, we most desis admired him.
#OurTurnToGiveBack

**AssassinatedDevil** · 15th February 2018, 11:32

Originally Posted by IndianFan2018

Sometimes shouting at own players may create internal rifts leading to rebels in team. Aggression towards opposition will motivate own team ..#JustMyOpinion

Yes that's true but you could always apologise to them in the locker room since they are your own team mates. We haven't seen too much rebellion in Pakistani camp except for Hasan's little act, which they media and posters here blew out of proportion anyways. Both India and Pakistan seem united under their captains so far.

**IndianFan2018** · 15th February 2018, 11:35

Originally Posted by AssassinatedDevil

Yes that's true but you could always apologise to them in the locker room since they are your own team mates. We haven't seen too much rebellion in Pakistani camp except for Hasan's little act, which they media and posters here blew out of proportion anyways. Both India and Pakistan seem united under their captains so far.

Agreed ..Brother ..Let's not devalue our captains. Let's support our captains to do good in SENA and change the perception #Cheers

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