Hafeez Lauds Kohli's Fitness and Legacy Ahead of India-Pakistan Clash

India-Pakistan Rivalry: Hafeez Praises Kohli's Fitness and Legacy

Despite the intense rivalry between India and Pakistan on the cricket field, players from both sides have consistently displayed mutual respect off the field. From Imran Khan's admiration for Sunil Gavaskar to Inzamam-ul-Haq's introduction of his son to Sachin Tendulkar, countless stories attest to the camaraderie between the cricketers of these two nations.

Ahead of the highly anticipated clash between the archrivals on Sunday, former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez has heaped praise on former India captain Virat Kohli, not only for his exceptional batting but also for his unwavering fitness.

In a video shared on his social media handle, Hafeez stated, "Virat has not just set his standards in batting, but also in fitness. His transformation looks easy to us because he is so fit. No matter how much pressure is put on him, he absorbs it."

Hafeez emphasized Kohli's unparalleled fitness, highlighting that he is not only the fittest player in India but also globally. "He has transformed himself and understands the importance of maintaining his standards. He could easily say that he has been playing for 15 years and it doesn't matter if his YoYo test score drops or his fat level increases, but he doesn't think that way," Hafeez said.

"He believes in playing as one of the best athletes and leaving a legacy that no one has left. This is why Virat Kohli is considered an icon in international cricket and the whole world," Hafeez concluded.

Kohli's fitness and dedication have been instrumental in his success as a cricketer. With 4038 runs, he is the highest run-scorer in T20I cricket. In 10 T20Is against Pakistan, Kohli has amassed 488 runs at an impressive strike rate of 123.85 and an average of 81.33. His highest score against Pakistan is an unbeaten 82, which he scored in the last edition of the T20 World Cup at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), leading India to a memorable victory.

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