Virat Kohli News / I don't know how to play... Shocking statement by Virat Kohli who scored 81 centuries

Virat Kohli News: A shocking revelation has come to light about veteran batsman Virat Kohli, who played a key role in getting Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) the title after a long wait of 18 years in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. This revelation has been made by none other than former England captain and star wicketkeeper batsman Jos Buttler.

Jos Buttler's revelation - Virat said, 'I don't know cricket'

Butler recently shared an anecdote with Stuart Broad in his podcast 'For the Love of Cricket', which is during IPL 2023. Butler told that he spoke to Virat Kohli when both the teams (Rajasthan Royals and RCB) were training together. Butler asked Virat how he handles so many expectations and pressure.

What Virat Kohli said in response to this question was completely shocking for Butler. Kohli said, "Sometimes when I pick up the bat, I feel that I don't know how to play cricket. It seems that I don't know anything."

Virat's advice - Accept the performance, don't try to repeat it

Butler further said that this thing of Kohli touched his heart and proved helpful in dealing with mental pressure. Kohli advised Butler that if you have had a great season, then accept it, do not put pressure on yourself to repeat it. He said, "This game will go on. It is not necessary to repeat the same performance every time."

Performance of both in IPL 2025

In IPL 2025, both Virat Kohli and Jos Buttler performed brilliantly for their respective franchises. Virat Kohli, playing for RCB, scored 657 runs in 15 matches at an average of 54.75, which included 8 half-centuries. Buttler scored 538 runs in 14 matches for Gujarat Titans at an average of 59.77 and hit 5 half-centuries.

Virat is humble even after 81 centuries

Virat Kohli has scored 81 centuries in international cricket so far, but his introspection and humility explains why he is still one of the most inspirational personalities in the game. The true identity of a great player is not just determined by his statistics, but by his way of thinking and mindset - and this is what makes Virat Kohli different.