Laxman praises Kohli as an exemplary professional and role model

VVS Laxman, head of the Board of Control for Cricket in India's Centre of Excellence, praised Virat Kohli as an exemplary professional and a role model at a press conference in Bengaluru on Sunday.

Laxman told reporters that Kohli consistently sets very high standards for himself and makes a concerted effort to meet those standards every time he plays. He said those standards and that consistency have an influence on younger players and teammates, prompting many to want to emulate Kohli.

“I think there is no doubt that Virat is an exemplary professional. And the standards he sets for himself are something which he tries and goes out every time he plays (for) whichever team to meet those standards,” Laxman told the reporters at a press conference in Bengaluru on Sunday.

“And that’s why he is a great role model. And I think a lot of youngsters or players want to emulate him,” he added.

File picture of Virat Kohli in action. Photo Credit: Moorthy RV

Published - August 10, 2026 12:34 am IST - BENGALURU.