Kohli explained his feelings, saying, ‘As a cricketer, we walk a fine line between self-confidence and self-doubt. No matter how much we achieve, it feels like it’s not enough.’ He said this ‘Imposter Syndrome’ constantly follows him. ‘Even today, when I go to the nets and new people are watching, I worry. If I don’t play well, I think they might wonder, ‘Is this the same guy who has been playing for 20 years?” Kohli recalled.
He credited former Team India head coach Rahul Dravid and batting coach Vikram Rathour for helping him stay mentally strong, especially between 2020 and 2022 when he was captain. ‘Rahul Dravid and Vikram Rathour understood my mental state. They helped me enjoy my game again. When I was captain, no one asked me, ‘How are you?’ That’s why I advise young players to understand work pressure and know their limits,’ Kohli said.
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