I know he is a champion, he is a winner: Kevin Pietersen on Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli managed to rediscover his form as he struck his maiden IPL half-century in 2022, that saw him posting a score of 58 from 53 balls. Even though one may argue that the innings was nowhere close to the belligerent best that we have known of the former Indian skipper, it was an important juncture for the star batsman given the lean patch that he was in the midst of.

It was his half-century which played a crucial role in propelling RCB to a 170 that would see their bowlers putting in a staunch shift to extend the contest till the wire.

Despite all the questions that have been asked so far about the speed at which Kohli struck the ball, former RCB skipper, Kevin Pietersen had something else to say. He was sure that VK would be livid given the fact that his half-century couldn’t contribute to a winning cause. But at the same time, he would mention that it is innings like these which sparks an important watershed in a career of a great, especially when he is struggling.

In fact, he would compare Virat Kohli with Manchester United legend, Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of greatness. “What he needs to do is to have a look at Manchester United and Cristiano Ronaldo. Two similar brands in their different teams and in their sports. You have Virat Kohli right at the top of cricket, his brand is right at the top of cricket. Cristiano Ronaldo is right at the top of football. One plays for Manchester United, and one plays for RCB and India. Those are big brands and they are going to be talking points. Those big brands also want to maintain their status in the game by winning," said KP.

Talking on Start Sports, he would further add, “Virat Kohli's greatest attribute, how many games he has won for India while chasing. Virat Kohli is my greatest batter in this country because he has won so many games for India chasing. That is something you look at, that is something he cherishes and is so proud of.”

KP concluded by saying, “This knock yesterday, he would be looking and thinking some beautiful shots, absolutely fantastic shots and I felt good. But I know he is a champion, he is a winner and I know that he would be fuming that those weren't enough for the win.”