Virat Kohli's Captaincy in Jeopardy in 2019, Reveals Moeen Ali
The claim has sparked interest in the events that transpired during the 2019 season, with many wondering what could have been if Patel had taken over as captain. The story serves as a reminder of the complexities and uncertainties of team leadership in professional sports.
Royal Challengers Bangalore considered removing Virat Kohli as captain in 2019, with Parthiv Patel lined up to replace him due to his "brilliant cricketing brain", according to former England all-rounder Moeen Ali. The decision to potentially sack Kohli came after a poor season in 2019, where the team won only 5 out of 14 matches.
Moeen Ali made this shocking claim in an interview, stating that Patel was "in line to become captain" and Kohli's removal was "almost certain". However, it is unclear why the decision did not go through. Despite the team's struggles, Kohli went on to lead the team for two more seasons before eventually stepping down as captain in 2021.
Kohli's tenure as RCB captain was marked by both success and failure. He led the team to the IPL 2016 final, but the team struggled in the following seasons, failing to reach the playoffs for three consecutive years. This put Kohli under scrutiny, and his eventual decision to step down as captain came as no surprise.
The revelation by Moeen Ali has left everyone in shock, especially considering Kohli's successful tenure as RCB captain. The decision to potentially replace Kohli with Patel in 2019 raises questions about the team's leadership and strategy during that time.