By Smrati Khare March 28, 2023
Virat Kohli is one of the most iconic names ever in the history of cricket. His attitude on and off the field has inspired youngsters all over the world. No matter what you want to be in life, Kohli’s lifestyle and outlook towards can guide you in the right direction. Virat Kohli who has always given cricket the utmost priority did not stop playing cricket even amidst the heartbreak after losing his father. Kohli’s growth as a mature man from an aggressive youth has impressed one and all. He has learned to channelise his aggression in a better way gradually which has eventually helped him in the game. However, for Kohli, whatever the situation is, cricket has always been the most important aspect of his life.
Kohli is a talented cricketer. His flawless shots and timing of cricket speak of his ability to read the game. However, he has not always just believed in the talent or luck. According to Virat Kohli, there is no exception to hard work. The way to success is nothing but self-belief and hard work.
“Self-belief and hard work will always earn you success.”
“Irrespective of whether you have talent or not, one has to work hard. Just being talented doesn’t mean anything; you can end up wasting it before you realize.”
One of the key reasons of Virat Kohli’s success has been his passion towards the game. His focus has never changed irrespective of distractions. It is important to follow your dreams with full passion without giving up. Being true to yourself, your ambition will always help you attain the goal. So keep trying with full passion.
“Whatever you want to do, do with full passion and work really hard towards it. Don’t look anywhere else. There will be a few distractions, but if you can be true to yourself, you will be successful for sure.”
“Never give up. Today is hard tomorrow will be worse. But the day after tomorrow will be sunshine.”
You will find Virat Kohli in many avatars on and off the field. He dances to celebrate a wicket, he sends flying kisses to his family after a century, and then he also looks calm and sorted. The man does whatever suits his mood, whatever helps him stay positive. He likes to be himself without pretending to be someone else for the world.
“I like to be myself, and I don’t pretend. For instance, I don’t dress up for occasions; I am what I am.”
“If you’re true to yourself, you won’t fear anything.”
Kohli has shown what discipline can do to a person. We know Virat Kohli as a fitness freak nowadays. But there was a time when Kohli used to be a foodie. However, he transformed himself from a chubby youngster into a fully fit international cricketer. Just to remain fit, he has given up his favourites food and decided to be become vegetarian. In fact he is the one who has imbibed the fitness culture to team India. Hence, a huge credit goes to Kohli for the extraordinary efforts Indian cricketers give on the field. Moreover, Kohli believes that discipline can help you lead life in a more balanced way.
“A fit body gives you confidence. And there’s nothing more impressive than a great attitude, which you can wear on your sleeve. But you’ll have to remember the difference between being rude and being confident.”
“I always had a sense of discipline in me. However, there was a time when I couldn’t divide my time properly between off-field things and on-field assignments. The focus would be missing at times, and that would affect my preparation for matches. I managed to change that.”
No matter who you, always be grounded. Virat Kohli does not only believe in it, he also thinks that it is his circle of the right companions that helps him stay grounded. According to Virat Kohli, the people you choose to have share your life with will make all the difference going ahead in future.
“The people you choose to have around you make all the difference. My family and close friends keep me grounded. You have to have a mind of your own and a strong head on your shoulders. Cricket is the most important thing to me, so the rest of it pales in comparison.”
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