IPL 2024: We also have self-respect…why did Kohli say this

Virat Kohli's bat is performing very well in IPL. Former Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Kohli has so far scored 500 runs in 10 matches at an average of 71.42. Along with this, Kohli has also kept the orange cap with him. Kohli has scored one century and 4 half-centuries so far this season. However, some people have also trolled Kohli for his poor strike rate. Some people and veterans also said that Kohli is not able to play well with spinners especially in T20 format.

Cricketers play for self-respect

It seems that these comments of critics have hurt Kohli. That's why he gave a befitting reply to the critics by playing a match-winning innings against Gujarat Titans (GT) on Sunday (April 28). Kohli said after this match that we also have self-respect. Cricketers play for them. Kohli said that he has been playing for 15 years to win matches for the team and for his self-respect. Bengaluru team defeated Gujarat by 9 wickets on Sunday. Kohli scored unbeaten 70 runs in the match, which included 6 fours and 3 sixes. Kohli has given this statement only after this match winning innings.

Will Jax looked upset

Kohli said after the match, 'It was fantastic. When Will Jacques came to bat, he looked upset because he was not able to bat. I was just telling him to shut up. We know how aggressive he becomes when his bat starts spinning. After the match-winning innings, Kohli further said, 'Mohit's over was a game changer. I was with Jacques and was enjoying his batting. The wicket kept getting better after the first innings. After this the ball was also coming well on the bat.

playing for the pro fans

Regarding his criticism, Kohli said, 'Winning the match is most important for me. People talk whatever comes to their mind. They may also say about me that I am not doing well. Apart from this, my strike rate is low and I am not able to play the spinners properly.

we were playing for our self esteem

King Kohli said, 'This is also being discussed. But you know your game better. We were playing for our self-respect. We want to play for the fans who support us. We know we didn't play that well in the tournament, but we know we can do better, which we will continue to strive for.