<p>A lot has transpired in Indian cricket following the disastrous 2021 T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. While Virat Kohli had made it clear that he will give up T20I captaincy post the mega event in the Middle East, he was sacked as the ODI captain earlier in December, 2021.</p>

<p>Post the ODI captaincy switch, Kohl had addressed the media in BCCI's customary press conference prior to Team India's departure for South Africa, for three Tests and ODIs each. During the presser, the 33-year-old Kohli revealed that he wasn't asked by anyone to reconsider quitting T20I captaincy, contrary to BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly's claims, and told that there was lack of communication&nbsp;between him and the board before his sacking as&nbsp;ODI captain.</p>

<p>Kohli's comments didn't go down well with the BCCI and Ganguly reportedly wanted to send a show cause notice to the Indian star batter. As per reports, the BCCI President had&nbsp;prepared a draft letter and wanted to send a show cause notice to Kohli but decided against it with the India-SA Tests just few days away.</p>

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<p>A source close to the development was quoted as saying by India Ahead News, "And the board president was all for issuing a show cause notice to Kohli."</p>

<p>It would have been an unprecedented move had Ganguly gone ahead with the show cause notice. For now, the BCCI vs Kohli row has died down, however, tension remains between the board and the former Indian captain.</p>

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<p>Post the India-SA Tests, in the rainbow nation, Kohli also stepped down as the Test captain. He had even called the BCCI secretary Jay Shah to inform about his decision, however, didn't bother calling Ganguly (as per reports).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sharing his decision, on January 15, Kohli had&nbsp;tweeted saying, "Everything has to come to a halt at some stage and for me as Test captain of India, it’s now. It’s been 7 years of hard work, toil and relentless perseverance every day to take the team in the right direction. I’ve done the job with absolute honesty and left nothing out there. Everything has to come to a halt at some stage and for me as Test Captain of India, it’s now."</p>

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<p>To this, Ganguly had shared a Twitter post and said, "Under Virat's leadership Indian cricket has made rapid strides in all formats of the game... his decision is a personal one and bcci respects it immensely... he will be an important member to take this team to newer heights in the future. A great player. well done... @BCCI @imVkohli,</p>


A lot has transpired in Indian cricket following the disastrous 2021 T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. While Virat Kohli had made it clear that he will give up T20I captaincy post the mega event in the Middle East, he was sacked as the ODI captain earlier in December, 2021.

A lot has transpired in Indian cricket following the disastrous 2021 T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. While Virat Kohli had made it clear that he will give up T20I captaincy post the mega event in the Middle East, he was sacked as the ODI captain earlier in December, 2021. Post the ODI captaincy switch, Kohl had addressed the media in BCCI's customary press conference prior to Team India's departure for South Africa, for three Tests and ODIs each. During the presser, the 33-year-old Kohli revealed that he wasn't asked by anyone to reconsider quitting T20I captaincy, contrary to BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly's claims, and told that there was lack of communication between him and the board before his sacking as ODI captain. Kohli's comments didn't go down well with the BCCI and Ganguly reportedly wanted to send a show cause notice to the Indian star batter. As per reports, the BCCI President had prepared a draft letter and wanted to send a show cause notice to Kohli but decided against it with the India-SA Tests just few days away. ALSO READ | India vs SA: Virat Kohli, Temba Bavuma involved in fiery exchange during 1st ODI in Paarl - WATCH A source close to the development was quoted as saying by India Ahead News, "And the board president was all for issuing a show cause notice to Kohli." It would have been an unprecedented move had Ganguly gone ahead with the show cause notice. For now, the BCCI vs Kohli row has died down, however, tension remains between the board and the former Indian captain. ALSO READ | India vs SA: Virat Kohli surpasses Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting to achieve elite feat during 1st ODI Post the India-SA Tests, in the rainbow nation, Kohli also stepped down as the Test captain. He had even called the BCCI secretary Jay Shah to inform about his decision, however, didn't bother calling Ganguly (as per reports). Sharing his decision, on January 15, Kohli had tweeted saying, "Everything has to come to a halt at some stage and for me as Test captain of India, it’s now. It’s been 7 years of hard work, toil and relentless perseverance every day to take the team in the right direction. I’ve done the job with absolute honesty and left nothing out there. Everything has to come to a halt at some stage and for me as Test Captain of India, it’s now." 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/huBL6zZ7fZ — Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) January 15, 2022 × To this, Ganguly had shared a Twitter post and said, "Under Virat's leadership Indian cricket has made rapid strides in all formats of the game... his decision is a personal one and bcci respects it immensely... he will be an important member to take this team to newer heights in the future. A great player. well done... @BCCI @imVkohli,

BCCI President Ganguly wanted to issue showcause notice to Kohli following his explosive presser - Report

<p>Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who previously downplayed the hype around the mouth-watering India vs Pakistan clash, reiterated that his side's impeccable tournament record against Pakistan will count for nothing when both the teams will face off at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Sunday (October 24).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian skipper said that they will need to be at their very best to overcome Babar Azam's side. As far as the stats are concerned, India have a 12-0 record against Pakistan in Twenty20 and 50-overs World Cups and they will hope to extend that streak in their tournament opener against their arch-rivals.</p>

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<p>Commenting on the rivalry, the 32-year-old talismanic batter, during a virtual press conference said, "We never discussed it within the team — what our record is, or what we achieved in the past. They distract you. What matters is how you prepare and how you perform on that given day regardless of opposition. These things are added pressure."</p>

<p>"The current Pakistan team is very strong, they always have been so. They are very talented, with several players who can change the game anytime," Kohli said.</p>

<p>"Against a team like that, you need to arrive with your best plans, and make sure you execute it well. We definitely have to bring our A game tomorrow."</p>

<p>Not just the contest, the entire tournament is special and of huge significance for Kohli as he has already announced that he will give up the India Twenty20 captaincy after the World Cup.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the skipper said, "For me, it's never been different to any other game of cricket that we play. Yes, the atmosphere in the stadium is different but our mindset is no different, our preparations are no different, and our approach to the game is certainly no different."</p>

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<p>The Virat &amp; Co. are all set to open their campaign with an in-form team with the batting will heavily depend on the top three of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Kohli while the bowling has a dazzling mix of talent in both the spin and pace departments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Like Kohli, Babar too refused to dwell on the past in his first global tournament as Pakistan skipper.</p>

<p>"We are not focused on what happened in the past, but looking forward to what lies ahead. It's important to start well, and make an early impact. We are excited to be here," he said.&nbsp;</p>


Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who previously downplayed the hype around the mouth-watering India vs Pakistan clash, reiterated that his side's impeccable tournament record against Pakistan will count for nothing when both the teams will face off at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Sunday (October 24).

Indian skipper Virat Kohli, who previously downplayed the hype around the mouth-watering India vs Pakistan clash, reiterated that his side's impeccable tournament record against Pakistan will count for nothing when both the teams will face off at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Sunday (October 24). The Indian skipper said that they will need to be at their very best to overcome Babar Azam's side. As far as the stats are concerned, India have a 12-0 record against Pakistan in Twenty20 and 50-overs World Cups and they will hope to extend that streak in their tournament opener against their arch-rivals. ALSO READ | 'People are trying to dig something': Virat Kohli on decision to leave T20I captaincy Commenting on the rivalry, the 32-year-old talismanic batter, during a virtual press conference said, "We never discussed it within the team — what our record is, or what we achieved in the past. They distract you. What matters is how you prepare and how you perform on that given day regardless of opposition. These things are added pressure." "The current Pakistan team is very strong, they always have been so. They are very talented, with several players who can change the game anytime," Kohli said. "Against a team like that, you need to arrive with your best plans, and make sure you execute it well. We definitely have to bring our A game tomorrow." Not just the contest, the entire tournament is special and of huge significance for Kohli as he has already announced that he will give up the India Twenty20 captaincy after the World Cup. However, the skipper said, "For me, it's never been different to any other game of cricket that we play. Yes, the atmosphere in the stadium is different but our mindset is no different, our preparations are no different, and our approach to the game is certainly no different." ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Mohammad Kaif weighs in on Virat Kohli vs Babar Azam debate ahead of Indo-Pak clash × The Virat & Co. are all set to open their campaign with an in-form team with the batting will heavily depend on the top three of Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Kohli while the bowling has a dazzling mix of talent in both the spin and pace departments. Like Kohli, Babar too refused to dwell on the past in his first global tournament as Pakistan skipper. "We are not focused on what happened in the past, but looking forward to what lies ahead. It's important to start well, and make an early impact. We are excited to be here," he said.

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