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AB de VilliersThe South African cricket legend, has advised his former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) teammate. Virat Kohli refocus and avoid confrontations on the field as he looks to regain his batting form. De Villiers shared his thoughts in a video posted on X, offering words of wisdom to the Indian star following Kohli’s disappointing performance in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.
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Kohli managed to score only 190 runs in five matches of the Test series, a far cry from his usual standards. Reflecting on Kohli’s struggles, de Villiers emphasized the importance of mental clarity and maintaining composure on the field.
“I think the key is to reset your mind every time.” De Villiers explained. “Virat loves to fight, but when you are not in your best shape, it is better to stay away from those distractions. As a hitter, you have to focus on each ball as an event and not get caught up in the bowler or the circumstances.”
De Villiers noted that Kohli’s competitive nature, which has been his biggest strength, could work against him at times. “Sometimes Virat gets too involved in the battle on the field. He wants to show the entire nation that he is there to fight for them, but it is crucial to refocus after each ball. His skill, experience and greatness are undeniable; It’s just about channeling them in the right way.” said.
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Incidents on the field and path to comeback
Kohli’s intense interactions during the fourth Test against Australia, including a collision with a youngster Konstas himself and a Brief exchange with the Melbourne public.were widely discussed. De Villiers noted that such incidents, while reflective of Kohli’s fiery spirit, do not always serve him well when looking to bounce back from a bad patch.
“All batsmen in the world face repeated challenges and dismissals. For Virat, overcoming them requires immense character, hunger and time spent honing his networking skills. But I think he has what it takes to overcome this phase.” De Villiers concluded.
Kohli’s determination and passion for the game have made him a global icon, and fans will eagerly await his return to form in the upcoming matches. With the advice of a trusted friend and a great cricketer like De Villiers, Kohli’s resurgence may be just around the corner.
