Dodda Ganesh mocks AB de Villiers’ Kohli-Tendulkar comparison
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:05 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Former Indian cricketer Dodda Ganesh criticized AB de Villiers for ranking Virat Kohli above Sachin Tendulkar in overseas Test conditions during a recent discussion. De Villiers praised Kohli’s achievements while noting that Tendulkar paved the way for success in bouncy conditions. Ganesh responded with a quip on social media, asserting the need for perspective on the statistics, highlighting Tendulkar's superior overseas record of 8,705 runs compared to Kohli's 4,894 runs. The debate around their Test legacies continues, with Kohli's captaincy and achievements standing in contrast to Tendulkar's longevity and consistency at the end of his career.
- •Dodda Ganesh critiques AB de Villiers' assessment on social media.
- •De Villiers calls Kohli a stronger batter than Tendulkar in overseas Tests.
- •Tendulkar's overseas Test average stands at 54.7 with 29 centuries.
- •Kohli has 4,894 runs in 68 overseas Tests at an average of 41.51.
- •Discussions on their legacies reflect broader issues in Indian cricket history.
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — 'Pass on the weed': Ex-India cricketer mocks AB de Villiers over Virat Kohli- Sachin Tendulkar take
"In a recent discussion, former Indian cricketer Dodda Ganesh shared his thoughts on AB de Villiers' statement comparing Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. While de Villiers lauded Kohli's performance in overseas Test matches, Tendulkar's statistics suggest a more impressive overall record outside India. Kohli's successes as a captain and during his prime also contribute to the ongoing debate regarding their Test legacies and who truly holds the edge.
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