WATCH: Ross Taylor names his favourite Indian cricketer; hails Virat Kohli’s loyalty with RCB – CLT10 2025

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Former New Zealand cricketer Ross Taylor, who is currently in India for the Champions League T10 (CLT10) 2025, has been making headlines both on and off the field. The three-day tournament, hosted at the Noida Indoor Stadium from August 22, features celebrity-owned franchises and an exciting tennis-ball cricket format designed to keep fans on the edge of their seats. Amidst the high-energy matches, Taylor sat down for a candid interaction where he revealed his favourites in cricket and Bollywood while also sharing his admiration for Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) journey in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

When asked about his all-time favourite Indian cricketer, Taylor did not hesitate. He chose none other than the ‘Master Blaster’ Sachin Tendulkar.

“Obviously, my favourite player while growing up was Sachin Tendulkar,” Taylor said in a video shared by CLT10, reflecting the inspiration Tendulkar has provided to countless players worldwide.

The conversation also took a lighter turn when Taylor was asked about Indian celebrities he enjoys watching on screen. Without much thought, he named two of Bollywood’s most popular actresses — Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif. His picks drew instant reactions from fans, highlighting the cross-cultural bond cricket continues to foster.

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The discussion then shifted towards RCB’s much-celebrated IPL 2025 title win. Having once represented the Bengaluru franchise in the early years of the league, Taylor recalled his connection with the team and applauded Virat Kohli for his unwavering loyalty.

“Oh very much so I think, being there from the first year, coming close in 2009 and for Virat to be loyal and stay with RCB and for him to be there at the end. Some pretty good fans all around the world,” Taylor remarked.

Taylor’s words not only celebrated RCB’s maiden triumph but also highlighted the immense respect Kohli commands for sticking with the franchise throughout his IPL career.

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