The cricketing world has long been tempted by the argument over who is India's best cricketer: Virat Kohli or Sachin Tendulkar. This much-discussed topic has produced a wide range of viewpoints and explanations. However, former England cricketer David Lloyd has shared his thoughts on this interesting topic.

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Since Virat Kohli's rise to prominence as a modern-day cricketing great, comparisons to Sachin Tendulkar, widely regarded as the "God of Cricket," have been unavoidable. Tendulkar's stellar career, which included multiple records and honours, established a high standard for future cricketers. Meanwhile, Kohli's aggressive style, consistency, and great numbers have aggravated the discussion even more.

"I did a bit of research, got on social media, and I threw it out there. You can only have one. 95 percent said Sachin. Some are telling me, criticising me, some even asking the question. It's ridiculous. There is only one answer. The one thing that kept coming up was that Sachin would leave his ego at home. I think the other guy is quite a personable chap, Virat Kohli," Lloyd said. 

Reflecting on their Test cricket careers, Lloyd had a clear choice. "In Test cricket, Sachin. The other guy is incredible, Virat Kohli. Dangerous. Would take the game away. Exciting player. If I had a choice in a Test match between Sachin Tendulkar and Brian Lara, I would have Lara. He could hit the ball in places that weren't even invented, and could do it all very naturally. A different animal, Lara. He could get a bit touchy but I never saw that with Sachin Tendulkar. He was on an even keel all the time, Tendulkar. Didn't really take chances. So in Test match, between him and Kohli, two fabulous players. It's not really an argument, Sachin.”

Whatever, when it comes to white-ball cricket, he chose Virat Kohli. "Sachin was sublime. All is right with the world, but I like a bit of rock and roll. We’re talking about two of the greatest players there’s ever been. We’re trying to look at T20Is and ODIs, you could easily go for Kohli" he added

Talking about Kohli, he recently surpassed Tendulkar’s record of most ODI hundreds (49) as he completed his 50th century against New Zealand in the ODI World Cup 2023.