{
  "id": 8929446,
  "title": "'Virat Kohli Is The Best ODI Batsman Ever': Jason Holder Hails 'RoKo' Ahead Of IND vs WI ODI Series",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/virat-kohli-is-the-best-odi-batsman-ever-jason-holder-hails-roko",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-21T12:54:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/virat-kohli-is-the-best-odi-batsman-ever-jason-holder-hails-roko-ahead-of-ind-vs-wi-odi-series"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder praised Virat Kohli as the best one-day international (ODI) batsman ever, ahead of the upcoming three-match ODI series against India. Holder, who played under Shubman Gill in the TATA IPL, highlighted Gill's leadership qualities and his ability to communicate effectively with the team. He also spoke highly of Indian batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, noting that they are two of the greatest players in cricket history. Holder expressed his enthusiasm for facing Kohli in the upcoming series and expected a tough contest.",
  "summary": "India and the West Indies kick off their preparations for next year's ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027 with a crucial three-match ODI series, which also sets India's home season in motion from September 27. *Speaking to JioStar*, West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder reflected on Shubman Gill's captaincy, having played under him in the TATA IPL, as well as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's stature in…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}