In a recent reflection on his career, Virat Kohli discussed the personal toll taken by India's elimination from the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup. Kohli, who captained the team during the tournament, described himself as being "distraught" following the team's exit. He noted that the loss was particularly "tough to swallow" and admitted that he felt "totally gone mentally" in the aftermath of the defeat.

The 2019 tournament saw India exit in the semi-final stage after a loss to New Zealand. Kohli’s comments highlight the immense pressure faced by high-profile athletes during major international sporting events. While the Hindustan Times report focuses on his personal emotional state, it does not provide specific details regarding the support systems available to players during such high-stakes tournaments or the broader team reaction to the loss. The report serves as a retrospective look at the mental health challenges associated with elite-level sports, specifically focusing on Kohli's internal experience rather than the tactical or technical aspects of the match itself.