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The ICC Review: Former Indian cricketer and head coach Ravi Shastri shared his thoughts on the performances of cricket’s legendary "Fab Four"—Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, Joe Root, and Kane Williamson.

Shastri delved into the fluctuating fortunes of these players in the longest format of the game and emphasised the resilience and hunger that still make Kohli and Smith dangerous opponents.

While Root and Williamson have enjoyed a phenomenal 2024, scoring six and four Test centuries respectively, Kohli and Smith have managed only one each—both coming during the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Root's prolific run in particular has solidified his place as one of the most consistent batters in modern cricket, while Williamson continues to exude elegance and composure at the crease.