Batting coach's big statement on Virat's future. (Photo- PTI)

Virat Kohli played a memorable innings in the first match of the ODI series against South Africa. Kohli scored 135 runs in just 120 balls, which included 11 fours and 7 sixes, due to which India won the match by 17 runs. Virat has done this brilliant performance at a time when questions are being raised on his future. Recently a report came out that after this series, BCCI is going to hold a meeting regarding the future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. But after this century innings, he has made a strong claim.

Sitanshu Kotak praised Virat

Even though Virat Kohli has turned 37, there is still no decline in his performance. Even in this match against South Africa, he appeared to be in very good form. Even though Virat played an international match in India after 9 months, he managed to play a big innings. During this, he also made a partnership of 136 runs with Rohit for the second wicket. India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak also praised this batting. Sitanshu Kotak said, 'It was an excellent innings.

Batting coach's big statement on Virat's future

Sitanshu Kotak also gave a big statement on Virat Kohli's future after the press conference. When asked a question about Virat Kohli playing in the World Cup 2027, he said, 'I don't know why we need to pay attention to all this. He is batting really well. I don't think we need to talk about his future. The way he is batting, it is amazing, man. The way he is performing, the way he maintains his fitness, there is no question on anything.

Rohit Sharma also showed his strength

Along with Virat Kohli, strong innings were seen from the bat of Rohit Sharma too in this match. Facing 51 balls, he scored 57 runs, which included 5 fours and 3 sixes. Earlier, he was also the Player of the Series during the Australia tour, which is a good sign for Team India as well as the Indian fans. The upcoming matches of the series are also going to be very important for these players.