Babar Azam's most trusted deputy ditches him to name Virat Kohli the best player in the world

Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz heaped praise on star Indian batter Virat Kohli’s knock during the T20 World Cup 2022. Mohammad Nawaz highlighted Virat Kohli’s ability to turn the game around despite difficult conditions and a formidable bowling attack.

Virat Kohli led India to a thrilling four-wicket win over Pakistan at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. India chased down a 160-run target on the last ball of the game. The former captain scored an unbeaten 82 runs off 53 balls, including six boundaries and four sixes.

Kohli last played for India in a T20I match against Afghanistan last month. The 35-year-old opted out of the five-match Test series at home. He will be seen in action during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, representing the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

Virat Kohli Is The Best Player In The World – Mohammad Nawaz

In a conversation with Cricbuzz, Mohammad Nawaz described Virat Kohli as the best player in the world, highlighting his exceptional skill and match-winning potential. Nawaz said that Kohli’s knock showcased why he is considered the best player in the world.

“Look, he is the best player in the world. And why he is the best player around he showed in that game considering in those conditions when you lose four wickets inside 40 runs and the way our three fast bowlers were bowling only he could win a game from that point,” Mohammad Nawaz said.

Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya Rescued Indian Team After Early Setbacks

Chasing 160 runs to win, the Indian team found themselves in a challenging situation at 31/4. However, Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya steadied the ship with their crucial partnership. The two Indian batters attacked Mohammad Nawaz to change the momentum.

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam’s strategic move to reintroduce his pacers proved effective. With India needing 48 runs off the last three overs, the right-handed batter managed to strike three boundaries against Shaheen Shah Afridi, providing a glimmer of hope for India.

Pakistani bowler Haris Rauf conceded three runs from the first four balls of the penultimate over. Kohli smashed back-to-back sixes off Rauf’s last two balls of the 19th over. The right-handed batter played a ridiculous shot over Rauf’s head for a six on the fifth ball.

Mohammad Nawaz was tasked with defending 16 runs in the final over of the match. Nawaz delivered for his team by dismissing Hardik Pandya on the first ball. However, Kohli hit six off a no-ball and three byes off a free hit, shifting the momentum in India’s favor.

Ravichandran Ashwin held his nerves as he struck a composed shot over mid-off on the final ball, clinching a dramatic victory in a high-octane encounter. Kohli’s stellar performance and Ashwin’s decisive shot sparked jubilant celebrations among the Indian team.