In a recent interview with the Star Sports, Virat Kohli revealed his favourite current cricketer. However, it's not one of his teammates.
In the past, Virat has confessed about him idolising Indian cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni. He has also revealed that he is an ardent fan of former Royal Challengers Bangalore teammate AB De Villiers.
Virat is currently representing India at the Asia Cup 2023. He has also revealed about his fitness routine and diet plans in the interview.
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Who is Virat Kohli's current favourite cricketer?
Virat Kohli revealed that current England Test captain Ben Stokes is his favourite cricketer among the current players.
Kohli revealed to Star Sports, "Ben Stokes is my favourite current cricketer", as he smiled his teeth out.
Virat Kohli said "Ben Stokes is my favorite current cricketer (smiles)". [Star Sports] pic.twitter.com/5NPTxcmyoe
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It remains to be seen if he actually meant it, because the Indian batter smiled after revealing the name.
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Why did Virat Kohli smile after revealing Ben Stokes as his favourite cricketer?
Virat Kohli gave a wry smile after he revealed Ben Stokes as his favourite cricketer currently. The 34-year-old has in the past been tricked by media and fans for answering the same question.
Virat Kohli has had a habit of using a "Hindi curse word", which sounds close to Ben Stokes on the lip-sync. Kohli has been caught on the camera on numerous occasions, both on and off-the-pitch.
Taking nothing away from Ben Stokes, who has been an exemplary cricketer and a role model throughout his cricketing career. The England All-rounder has made 245 appearances for his country, scoring over 9500 runs, and bagging 300 wickets.
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