There's a large number of people who don't want India to win another World event. It is quite apparent from the talks around the world. As someone pointed out in this thread, the Indian team has played well. We have had scenarios in the past where some teams have played entirely in UAE (Pakistan, during their forced absence from home) but they haven't been able to dominate the Dubai scene.
Coming from a country like Pakistan is quite expected.
This vendetta you have about this is just so silly too me. The way Kohli played that chase against Australia was perfect, the only thing he did wrong was not finishing 120*. But he set the game up beautifully, you've got Rahul, Pandya and Jadeja at 6,7,8. All games in Dubai have been relatively slow pitches, leading to lower scores than seen in Pakistan, so Kohli just nudging it around is the perfect way to play on that pitch, and that's because of what you have down the order. Especially if Sharma gets off the leash in the powerplay in the final. Kohli's tournament has been a masterclass in those conditions, and it's just odd to see it any differently.
No vendetta, I assure you. I have no concerns in him starting a bit slow. My concern is with him not attempting up the scoring rate until the fag end. If you are settled and know there's a decent batting lineup to follow, you need to push up the rate.
Agree. But Afghanistan went beserk. Even after settling down, Kohli isn't doing so. The India of old saw Rohit Sharma taking his time until 35/40 overs and then going hammer and tongs. But with Virat, you aren't seeing that last part,unless and until we reach over 48/49. It isn't what the team needs. Yes, he is.scoring and aiding the team, but let's look at the other side where he is holding up the scoring rate for far too long.
Undoubtedly the best batsman, best cricketer and best sportsman India produced.
Sachin play lacrosse?
