Top 5 Indian Cricketers and their Diet Chart: Ft. Virat Kohli

Apart from skills, technique, passion and determination, fitness is one of the most important qualities a sportsperson needs. This is one of the hardest aspects of setting athletes apart from the rest of the industry. When it comes to fitness, it's not just about hitting the gym or sweating it out during training sessions.

Both physical and mental fitness are vital for a sportsperson to succeed in the game, and a well-balanced diet plays a big role in that. Vitamins, nutrients and hydration are essential for players to perform at their best on the field. It enhances their energy levels, strength, muscle recovery and overall performance.

This important formula applies to all athletes regardless of sport. In cricket, Virat Kohli is a great example of maintaining a high fitness level. He has been ruling the game with exceptional skills and fitness for over a decade. On that note, let's take a look at the diet chart of the top five Indian cricketers. 

Here is the diet chart of the top 5 Indian Cricketers

5. Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli is one of the fittest cricketers in the world. He is a role model for every budding cricketer on how to maintain their fitness level to have a successful career. In an interview with Star Sports, the ace cricketer revealed that 90 per cent of his food is steamed or boiled. He completely avoids fried foods, curries and overly spicy dishes.

Notably, Kohli turned fully vegan in 2018 due to a health issue and has since focused more on plant-based foods. An ardent fan of Chole Bhature, Kohli, however, admitted that he sometimes eats rajma and lobhiya. He also loves fruits like watermelon, papaya, and dragon fruit or the nutritious blend of dry fruits, protein shakes and soya.

4. Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma may not have six-pack abs or a perfectly fit body, but he has a sharp brain and a healthy body to make smart decisions and dispatch balls into the stands with ease. The T20 World Cup-winning captain has often revealed in his interviews that he follows a strict diet designed by a leading fitness coach.

His diet is mainly concentrated on low-carb and high-protein. The Sixer King's breakfast includes foods like eggs, oats, and fruits that are thar rich in nutrients. The 37-year-old prefers brown rice, chicken and vegetables for lunch, and his dinner includes foods like grilled fish, salad, and vegetables.

 3. MS Dhoni

If MS Dhoni is still ready to play at the age of 43, imagine his fitness level. Considered one of the greatest captains in cricket history, Dhoni loves a healthy and balanced diet. A major credit for the mastermind behind his stumping and finishing prowess has to be given to his balanced diet plan from the early days of his career.

The former India and CSK skipper takes porridge, fresh fruits and nuts and a glass of milk for breakfast. He prefers roti with dal or chicken, mixed vegetables, rice and a bowl of curd for lunch. A protein shake or a glass of fresh juice is included in his diet as evening snacking. He eats roti, chicken or vegetables with salad for dinner.

2. Hardik Pandya

Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya starts his day with a glass of coconut water or fresh juice. He loves fruits, mostly bananas, oranges, avocados, and pineapples. Followed by, cornflakes and choco pops with skimmed milk which has raisin-almond toppings. Shredded chicken with tuna and boiled eggs are the main course included in the breakfast.

Pandya prefers a heavy lunch consisting of soup, sliced vegetable salad, rice and roti with chicken, pulses, low-fat curd, papad and fruit salad. Meanwhile, he keeps dinner very light. Soup with salad and a fruit bowl is his go-to dinner. Sometimes he eats rice-chapati with lentils and chicken makhani with a delicious fruit platter. 

1. Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill is considered as the future star of Indian cricket. The 24-year-old has a good physique and he follows a strict diet to maintain it. Gill’s breakfast includes eggs, oatmeal, and a variety of fruits. For lunch, the youngster prefers grilled chicken or fish, accompanied by brown rice, vegetables, and/or dal.

He has revealed that his rotis are gluten-free and made from multigrain flour. His dinner platter includes protein-rich fare, often lamb with good servings of vegetables. Gill relies on fruits, nuts and seeds to maintain energy levels such as snacking.