Team India decided to experiment with the batting order in the first ODI against West Indies by sending youngsters Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill to open the innings. As a result, star batter Virat Kohli didn’t get a chance to showcase his batting skills. However, he still made an impact by sharing some techniques with West Indies opener Brandon King after the match.
The video of Virat Kohli speaking to Brandon King is circulating on social media. In the video, Kohli can be seen suggesting batting techniques to the WI opener.
Indian bowlers performed exceptionally well in the first ODI against West Indies. Spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja dominated the West Indies batting order. Kuldeep Yadav was awarded the player of the match for taking 4 wickets while conceding just 6 runs. Ravindra Jadeja also played brilliantly and dismissed 3 WI batsmen.
Kuldeep Yadav vs Yuzvendra Chahal
In the crucial World Cup year, the choice between Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal as the right spinner is crucial for Team India. While Kuldeep Yadav impressed in the last match, Chahal has a reputation for dismissing some of the biggest names in cricket.
Kuldeep Yadav spoke about their partnership, stating “We know the combination matters a lot. Sometimes he plays, sometimes I play, and our understanding is very good. We’re very normal. He helps me a lot when I play, he tells me what I can do, what I can change. He always wants me to do well. When he plays, I do the same thing, so that when he performs well for the team. Maybe this is why the Kul-Cha partnership has worked so well over the years. We support and back each other,” as per ESPN Cricinfo.