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We’re Absolutely Safe in Guwahati: Virat Kohli

Pratidin Bureau

India captain Virat Kohli said on Saturday that theyare feeling absolutely safe in Guwahati despite the state-wide protests againstthe Citizenship (Amendment) Act.

Virat who is in the city with his team for the firstT20 match against Sri Lanka said, "We have not faced any problem here in thecity. Security measures are tightened and we are absolutely safe. Nothing toworry."

While asked about the Citizenship (Amendment) Act,Kohli said that it would not be responsible for him to comment on thenationwide protests against the citizenship law. He said, "It would beirresponsible of me to comment on CAA as I don't know enough about it. Withouthaving proper knowledge about the subject I won't comment anything on it."

Kohli also reiterated about the four-day Test series saying that it is not something he is attracted to. "According to me, it should not be altered. As I said, the day-night is another step towards commercializing Test cricket and you know, creating excitement around it, but it can't be tinkered with too much. I don't believe so."

Speaking about the match to be played on Sunday, Kohlisaid, "K L Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan will open the match as Rohit Sharma is notthere due to his ill health. Shikhar is also doing well."

Talking about the pitch in Barsapara Stadium, Kohli said that the pitch is good to make the run but it will be challenging for the baller.

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