'Probably the top ...': here's what Virat Kohli thinks about Babar Azam | IND vs PAK

Updated : Aug 13, 2023 01:45
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The fandoms of Virat Kohli and Babar Azam keep comparing the 2 batters and their numbers, the former Indian captain however feels the Pakistan ace is "probably the top batsman in the world currently"

While speaking to Star Sports, Virat Kohli revealed about his relationship with the Pakistan skipper. The 34-year-old said that he first met Babar Azam during the 2019 World Cup in Manchester and added, 'we sat and spoke about the game'

He said that he saw a lot of regard and respect from him since day 1 and that hasn't changed, 'regardless of the fact that he is probably the top batsman in the world across formats, and rightly so. Performs so consistently, I always enjoy his game'

While Virat Kohli is a proven legend who has the 2nd most number of tons (76), Babar Azam has quickly climbed the ladder and is currently featuring in the top 5 ICC rankings of all formats. He is the number 1 ODI batter, number 4 in Tests and is on number 3 in T20Is. 

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