New Delhi: Ever since Virat Kohli scored a century as an opener against Afghanistan in the Asia Cup 2022, there has been a lot of discussion on giving him the role of opener batsman in the T20 World Cup. Many former cricketers have spoken on this topic.
Some former cricketers have also described him as perfect for this role. However, Gautam Gambhir considers this whole issue nonsense. In a debate related to sending Kohli as an opener batsman, he clearly said that ‘do not start this nonsense’
On Star Sports’ ‘Game Plan’ show, Gambhir said, “Don’t start chattering about him (Virat) opening. He cannot open when KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma are in the team. I have also made it clear on air that there should not be a debate on this topic.
Yes, I am definitely a little flexible about number-3. If the opening pair lasts for 10 overs, then Suryakumar Yadav should be sent at number three and if one of the opening pair gets out early, then Virat Kohli fits in at number-3.
Matthew Hayden also called Kohli the number-3 batsman
Australia’s legendary opener Matthew Hayden also described batting at number three as the best for Virat Kohli in the same show. The former cricketer said, ‘I like Virat at number-3. He rotates the strike well. His running is very good. He can come to this order and control the innings. He may be challenged a bit by spinners but he is an unmatched batsman in front of fast bowlers. I think the top-4 positions in Team India are completely certain.