'When Dhoni stepped away, Kohli-Shastri ... ': Rahane makes revelation
Former Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane credits Virat Kohli and coach Ravi Shastri for transforming the Indian Test team into a fearless, aggressive unit. He reflects on how this leadership shift following MS Dhoni's retirement was crucial for India's success in overseas conditions.
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This provides historical context on the evolution of Indian cricket's competitive culture and leadership philosophy.
Former India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane believes the appointment of Virat Kohli as Test captain after MS Dhoni's retirement marked a defining moment in Indian cricket, saying Kohli and head coach Ravi Shastri transformed the team's mindset and made it a fearless force, particularly in overseas conditions.Rahane, who recently retired from all forms of cricket, reflected on India's Test evolution during an appearance on the Stick to Cricket podcast alongside Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David "Bumble" Lloyd.'Virat and Ravi toughened up Indian cricket'When Dhoni retired midway through the 2014-15 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Kohli took over the Test captaincy and ushered in an aggressive brand of cricket that helped India become one of the world's strongest travelling teams.
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