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Anil Kumble: Not here to curb Virat Kohli's aggression, I was same in my playing days

Kumble assured the media that he will not curb Test skipper Virat Kohli's natural instinct of being aggressive.

Anil Kumble: Not here to curb Virat Kohli's aggression, I was same in my playing days

New Delhi: New Indian cricket coach, Anilk Kumble attended a press conference with Virat Kohli ahead of the India's tour to West Indies. The former Leggie addressed media's questions on the team's preparations for the upcoming series and his initial assessment of the squad.

Jumbo had to deal with many man-management question as well, including that of Virat Kohli.

Kumble assured the media that he will not curb Test skipper Virat Kohli's natural instinct of being aggressive. He also stated,

"I love Virat's aggression. I was aggressive myself. I will not curb someone's natural instinct,"

"It was great to have Anil bhai with us. His experience counts a lot for us and the bowlers were feeling his presence very much," Kohli said.

India will play four Tests in the Caribbean. The first Test starts in Antigua from July 21.