Virat Kohli says 2019 World Cup semifinal loss to New Zealand left him 'distraught'

27 Sept 2026, 12:15 pm IST|
Virat Kohli says 2019 World Cup semifinal loss to New Zealand left him 'distraught'
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Virat Kohli said he "was distraught" after a defeat by New Zealand in the 2019 World Cup semifinal.

He described that loss as "too tough to swallow".

He said there was a strong team atmosphere during the 2023 World Cup campaign despite a loss to Australia in the final, and acknowledged he still has unfinished business in World Cups as he looks forward to the 2027 tournament.

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