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### Kohli’s Evolving Persona: “Earlier My Aggression Was a Problem, Now My Calmness”, He Quips
Renowned Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli recently reflected on his evolving on-field persona, revealing a nuanced balance between aggression and composure. Speaking at the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Innovation Lab Indian Sports Summit, Kohli humorously acknowledged the divided opinions about his demeanor, noting that while his earlier aggression was critiqued, his newfound calmness has also sparked debate. Despite a more measured presence on the field in recent years, Kohli affirmed that his competitiveness remains undiminished.
During the summit, Kohli addressed his on-field behavior, stating, “It’s naturally kind of getting tapered down again.” He humorously added, “People are not happy about that either. I do not know what to do, to be honest. Earlier, my aggression was a problem, now my calmness is a problem.” He elaborated on his personality by admitting, “The kind of person I am, the kind of personality I have, yes, I do have tendencies to kind of go overboard. But, more often than not, the starting point has been of care. I want this all to be an event that helps my team win.”
Kohli’s recent actions in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, particularly the incident involving Australian debutant Sam Konstas, reignited discussions about his aggressive side. However, Kohli stressed that his actions have always stemmed from the desire to support his team, underscoring the importance of channeling competitive spirit in a constructive manner. “My competitiveness has not gone down,” he remarked, emphasizing that internal aggression doesn’t always require outward expression.
Kohli’s relentless pursuit of excellence was on full display during India’s successful ICC Champions Trophy campaign, where he stood out as the team’s second-highest run-scorer and the fifth overall, amassing 218 runs in five matches at an average of 54.50. His memorable performance included a century against Pakistan and a pivotal 84 against Australia in the semifinals.
Looking ahead to the IPL 2025 season, Kohli, who leads the run-scoring charts with 8,004 runs, is gearing up to further cement his legacy. His illustrious IPL career includes eight centuries and 55 half-centuries. Last season, he claimed the Orange Cap with 741 runs at an average of 61.75 and a strike rate of 154.69, reflecting his continued dominance in the tournament. As RCB prepares to face the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders on March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kohli’s pursuit of an elusive IPL title promises to be a key focus.
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