“I love playing under pressure. In fact, if there’s no pressure, then I’m not in the perfect zone.” - Virat Kohli

“The bat is not a toy, it is a weapon. It gives me everything in life, which helps me to do everything on the field.” - Virat Kohli

“On the field, aggression can sometimes be a positive emotion. It boosts performance and can lift your game. But over the years, I have learnt that restrained aggression is a better animal. That way, you will conserve your energy and won’t spend yourself quickly.” - Virat Kohli

“I delayed my father’s funeral because of cricket.” - Virat Kohli

“I always dreamt of holding the bat and winning games for India. That was my inspiration to take up cricket.” - Virat Kohli

“I focus on cricket because it’s something I am good at. After retiring, I want to serve the Indian Army. It has always been about serving the nation.” - MS Dhoni

“I am on national duty. Everything else can wait.” - MS Dhoni

“If you are not 100 percent fit and not at your best (and still play) it’s cheating” - MS Dhoni

“I don’t mind repeating everything.” - MS Dhoni

“You don’t play for the crowd, you play for the country.” - MS Dhoni