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World Cup 2019: ‘We are playing that way for a while’, Virat Kohli on India gaining top ICC ODI ranking
The Indian captain said he is quite happy with the way India is playing in the ICC World Cup 2019 as they gained the top ODI ranking. Here is what he said about it
Indian captain, Virat Kohli on Thursday expressed contentment with the way Team India is playing as the side gained the first spot in the latest ICC One-day international rankings.
As India defeated West Indies to extend their unbeaten run, Kohli was all praise for his boys.
“I can't complain, we just became no. 1 yesterday as far as rankings are concerned, to be honest, we are playing that way for a while, need to continue that way.” He said in the post-match presentation.
“Things haven't gone our way with the bat in the last two games, but we have still done well to win, that's being the most pleasing thing.”
India has been playing really well in the ICC Cricket World Cup so far, be it with the bat and ball or fielding. The best thing is that different players have come to the party, hence making India a very strong side.
“We were in a similar situation today (150 odd for 4), but getting to 270 was crucial. Last game, we didn't calculate well, we lost two quick wickets, but today we improved, Hardik played really well and MS finished strongly. When those two play in that way, we always get to a good total.” Kohli said about the struggling start.
Having scored four consecutive fifties in the tournament, Kohli remarked those singles and doubles largely help him.
“I look to play in my own way, happy to take the ones and twos which I think is a big factor in ODI cricket, around 70% of my runs come in this way. Two difficult pitches, I'm happy with my contribution and look forward to doing more of the same in the future.” He said.
