Shashank Singh’s makes big revelation following Amit Mishra’s “Fame and Power” Dig at Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli was all over social media this week because of the controversy sparked by Amit Mishra’s comments about his personality changes with fame and power. After the leg-spinner’s statements, several cricketers have come to defend Virat Kohli, highlighting his evolution over the years. They praised the Indian batter for his personal growth and behavior. Among such cricketers is the Punjab Kings star Shashank Singh who shared one of his interactions with Virat Kohli showcasing his welcoming personality.
Shashank Singh, in an interview, mentioned his interaction with Virat Kohli which left a lasting impression on him. It highlighted Kohli’s dedication towards the sport complemented by his kind personality. Shashank stated that after one of his IPL matches, Virat Kohli stood with him for 40 minutes or more engaging in a deep conversation about the sport and its various aspects including the mental preparation it requires, the importance of different techniques in sport and various other cricketing nuances.
“The way he was answering, it felt like, keep doing it, keep doing it. It felt like he is one of our Chhattisgarh players. He was so friendly, talking to me to help me understand. It felt so good to talk to him,” Shashank added. From his statements, it can be interpreted that Shashank was truly touched by the Royal Challengers Bengaluru star’s actions and willingness to mentor young players.
Shashank Singh heaps praise on Virat Kohli
Amit Mishra’s statements ignited a controversy via statements in which he drew a comparison between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, saying the latter has remained the same over the years but the former has changed drastically due to the ‘fame and power’ he has earned.
“I have seen Virat change a lot. We had almost stopped talking. When you get fame and power, they think people are reaching out to them for a purpose. I was never one of those. I have known Cheeku since the time he was 14, when he used to eat samosas, when he needed pizza every night. But there is a huge difference in the Cheeku I knew and Virat Kohli the captain,” he had said in a podcast.
While Amit Mishra’s statements point towards changes in the Indian batter’s personality due to his success, it is evident that the reality may be starkly different. His intense aura and fierce personality sometimes may lead him to look intimidating but one should look further, and see his commitment to the sport and his supportive nature.
