Virat Kohli: Top 3 inspiring quotes of the Indian captain which endorse mental health

Australian cricketers Glenn Maxwell, Nic Maddison and Will Pucovski recently announced that they will be taking an indefinite break from the game. According to a statement made by Cricket Australia, the cricketers have been experiencing some mental health issues. Initially, Maxwell was due to play the third T20I against Sri Lanka and the subsequent home series against Pakistan. But instead, the 31-year-old decided to step away from the field for a while. 

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Speaking in support of the Australian all-rounder, Indian skipper Virat Kohli lauded Maxwell to be the first cricketer to come out with the issue openly by saying that the player is setting the right example for cricketers around the world. Kohli described Maxwell’s approach towards the issue as “remarkable” and urged players to ask for a break from the game in similar situations.

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Top quotes by Virat Kohli on good health and motivation

Apart from appreciating Glenn Maxwell’s move and suggesting others to take care of their health, Virat Kohli is often known for posting motivational and health-related posts on social media, which are about both physical and mental health. The cricketer has always been a vocal ambassador of positivity and frequently urges others to keep their fitness levels in check. Here, we take a look at some of the inspiring quotes posted by the Indian captain on social media.

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After being rested from the recently-concluded T20I series against Bangladesh, Virat Kohli will be returning to lead the Indian Test XI against the same opposition. The first Test of the two-match series starts today at the Holkar Stadium. The series also forms a part of the ongoing inaugural ICC World Test Championship.

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