Cricket News Desk. Border-Gavaskar Trophy is going to start in Australia from 22nd November. In which a five-match test series is to be played between India and Australia. Regarding this series, veteran players of both the countries are sharing their stories or memories related to this series. In such a situation, Virat Kohli's oldest Australian enemy on the field, Mitchell Johnson has also shared his memorable memories. He has also talked about the rivalry between him and Virat Kohli.
Former fast bowler Mitchell Johnson has written a column in The West Australian. In which he has revealed the personal rivalry between himself and Virat Kohli. Johnson praised Kohli and said that he gave a new identity to Indian cricket.
Johnson was very impressed with Kohli's game
Mitchell Johnson wrote in his column, “When Virat Kohli stepped into cricket, I heard a lot about him. People were looking at him as the next Sachin Tendulkar. I was lucky to know both Tendulkar and Kohli. Got a chance to play against Kohli.” Despite many similarities between the two, one quality of Kohli impressed me the most – his will to fight.
Johnson praised Kohli
He further said, “At that time, this kind of aggression was rarely seen among Indian players. The Indian team usually played peacefully, but Kohli changed it. He not only showed combativeness in his game, but also helped his team. Also inspired. Changed the direction. Indian cricket and taught young players to compete boldly.”
Talking about his rivalry with Virat Kohli, Mitchell Johnson said, “We had a lot of arguments on the field, but I enjoyed every moment. Kohli is one of those players you want in your team because he Always help you.”
Johnson missed the 2014–15 series.
Recalling the 2014-15 series, Mitchell Johnson said that at that time Kohli had scored the most runs for India. However, Australia won the four-match series 2–0.
He wrote, “During practice, I saw Kohli motivating his teammates to perform better. His team was full of confidence in 2014-15. Although we won the series that time, that was the last time. Border -Gavaskar Trophy.”
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