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Duffy: Will be ‘awesome’ to play against RCB team-mate Kohli

"We actually spent a lot of time facing each other in the nets, so that's quite cool," Duffy said of the IPL days…

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Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 4:40 AM

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Jacob Duffy looks forward to playing against former RCB teammate Virat Kohli in New Zealand's upcoming ODI series.
Duffy praised Kohli for being down-to-earth and welcoming during their time together in the IPL.
Kohli provided Duffy with valuable tactical advice on bowling lines and lengths on different Indian pitches.

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New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy expressed excitement about facing former Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammate Virat Kohli in their upcoming ODI series starting Wednesday in Auckland. Speaking to media on Sunday, Duffy praised Kohli's down-to-earth nature despite his megastar status in India, recalling their frequent interactions and net sessions together during the IPL.

Duffy emphasized how insights shared by Kohli regarding Indian wickets and tactical adjustments were valuable to his bowling development. After rebounding from a tough outing to claim 4 for 23 in the fourth T20I, Duffy noted the upcoming ODIs are crucial preparation ahead of next year's World Cup in Southern Africa.

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