IND vs WI | Windies batsmen can learn from Virat Kohli, remarks Roddy Estwick

Virat Kohli has not only been an inspirational role model for young players in India but also has an impactful influence on youngsters across the globe playing cricket. Kohli has set a standard of commitment on the field and his work ethic is something that is considered unique and unmatchable. 

West Indies assistant coach Roddy Estwick, when asked about the learning progress of their young guns, stated that players like Shimron Hetmyer and Nicholas Pooran need to learn from someone like a Virat and also mentioned that Kohli has set a 'benchmark' for others.

"It's exciting times for us when you look at guys like Hetmyer, Pooran and Hope. We have got young batsmen who are developing. But the key thing is how you prepare to work hard. You have got a benchmark in Virat Kohli. He is somebody who will be in the gym and work very hard. A lot of players can learn from him. Then, we have got a chance. Without hard work, there is no success. Hard work is boring but it can give you great success. Once they keep working and dealing with the process, they will have a chance," Roddy Estwick said on Friday.

Estwick was also happy with the progress of the Windies team in the T20Is and was confident of improving in the 50-overs format. Windies looked below par when India toured the Carribean earlier this year, but since then, have tried to rebuild the team by showing faith in new players to get the job done.

"They have been brilliant on this tour, we can't fault them. They have worked really hard. They are beginning to see the results. If you look at Hetmyer's play in the T20s, it was exciting. Now, we move to a longer format. People forget the fact that at a very young age, he already has four ODI hundreds. Obviously, there is a lot of talent there. In cricket, you cannot rest and relax," he said.

"We are happy with the way we performed in the T20s. When these two teams played three T20s in the Caribbean, the gulf between them was wide. We are happy that we have narrowed that gap (in the T20 matches) and hope to do the same in 50 overs," Estwick concluded.