In modern football, there’s no debate bigger and fiercer than Messi vs Ronaldo. 


Most people choose one over the other and now Indian skipper Virat Kohli has joined that bandwagon. 

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Being an inspiration for many, Virat Kohli himself looks up to Portugal & Juventus superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, reports News18. 

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On being asked who has had a greater career, Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi, Kohli revealed Ronaldo was his all-time favourite footballer and above everyone else. 


Speaking to FIFA.com, he said: 

For me, Cristiano is above everyone else. His commitment and work ethic is unmatched. He wants it that bad — you can see it every game.
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Many would have dodged this debate with a diplomatic answer but Kohli being the straightforward person he is, went on, saying: 

In my opinion, he (Ronaldo) has taken on more challenges and succeeded at all of them. He’s the most complete player. I have seen and his work ethic, as I mentioned, is unmatched. He inspires people. I don’t think many people do that. He’s also a leader and I love that. Absolutely love it. He has amazing belief too. 
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Ending the conversation on a youthful note, Kohli said he believes Kylian Mbappe will soon take over as the best footballer in the years to come. 


He said: 

Mbappe stands out for me. His sprint in the 2018 World Cup against Argentina is hard to forget. He’s a beast and he will definitely be at the top of the pile for me. (He is) Absolutely a top-class player. 
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Virat Kohli is currently in the United States where India will play West Indies in two T20 Internationals.