‘Should have won at least one ICC..’ Justin Langer praised Virat Kohli’s captaincy during WTC final, fans furious

In a surprising twist to the ICC World Test Championship 2023 final between India and Australia, former Australian player Justin Langer expressed his admiration for Virat Kohli’s captaincy skills. Langer, who had previously coached the Australian team during their series defeat against India under Kohli, praised Kohli’s aggression, passion and batting skills, calling him an “amazing captain”.

Langer’s comments on Kohli’s captaincy triggered a wave of mixed reactions among fans on Twitter. However, it is difficult to deny Kohli’s success as a Test captain. With 40 wins in 68 Tests, Kohli holds the record for most Test wins as captain for India, with a win percentage of 58.82. Their overseas record is also impressive with 16 wins in 36 Tests, including a historic series win against Australia in 2018-19.

As a captain, Kohli has been a prolific run-scorer, scoring 5864 runs in 113 Tests at an average of 54.80, including 20 hundreds. Under his leadership, the Indian bowling unit flourished, taking 20 consecutive wickets on 22 out of 35 occasions in overseas Tests.

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While Kohli was unable to clinch the inaugural ICC World Test Championship title in 2021, losing the final against New Zealand, his contribution to Indian cricket is undeniable. After the championship, Kohli surprised fans by announcing his retirement from Test cricket during India’s tour of South Africa.

Justin Langer said, “There was nothing I didn’t like about Virat Kohli. His aggression, his passion, his batting. He was an amazing captain.” pic.twitter.com/j3zBI5TOEM

– Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 7, 2023

In limited overs cricket, Kohli’s leadership has been equally commendable. With a win percentage of 70.43 in ODIs and 60% in T20Is, he has guided India to several victories and remarkable tournament performances. Under his captaincy, India reached the semi-finals of the 2019 ODI World Cup and the 2022 T20 World Cup.

Langer’s praise for Kohli’s captaincy during the WTC 2023 final may have sparked debate among cricket enthusiasts, but it is a testament to Kohli’s influence as a leader and his significant contribution to Indian cricket across formats .

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— Nitin Jain (SachinSuperfan) (@NitinSachinist) June 7, 2023

If he is such an amazing captain, he should have won at least 1 ICC trophy! VK is highly valued as a captain!

— Pooh (@ThodaYehThodaWo) June 7, 2023

God of Cricket : Heart : pic.twitter.com/FmBfOSPugp

– `@ViratStann18 June 7, 2023

Absolutely! The same team always faced opposition even after a long partnership. You can’t win Test matches by waiting for something to happen. This team needs Kohli’s aggression in Test matches. Rohit has not been able to impress in Tests so far as captain.

— Tushar Singh (@singh__tushar95) June 7, 2023

Agree with Justin Langer! Virat Kohli sets a perfect example of how aggression and passion can be converted into great leadership on and off the field. A true inspiration to fans and aspiring cricketers!” View my bio bro

— McCullough (@MCCULLOUGH94200) June 7, 2023

This is true. Virat is the best test captain for India after Sourav.

— Projit Dasgupta (@dasgupta_projit) June 7, 2023

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