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Virat KohliCricket’s journey has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs, but his recent performances, particularly on the course Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25They have raised their eyebrows. The latest chapter unfolded during the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), where Kohli’s persistent struggle with off-stump deliveries came back to haunt him once again. As Scott Boland bowled a trademark ball that exposed Kohli’s weaknesses, fans wondered if this was a case of déjà vu or a deeper issue plaguing one of the best batsmen in modern-day cricket.
Scott Boland stuns as Virat Kohli’s well-known tale of woe on Day 1
Kohli’s dismissal for just 17 runs was reminiscent of earlier failures throughout the series. Despite entering the match hoping for a substantial score, he fell victim to Boland’s precision bowling. He Australia The pacer targeted the outside runner, prompting Kohli to push a delivery that drifted slightly away. The result was a lead that was brilliantly captured by the debutant. Beau Webster at a slip, marking yet another instance of Kohli’s technique failing him under pressure.
This dismissal was particularly painful for Kohli, not only because it reflected previous failures but also because of the missed opportunity at the beginning of his innings. He had survived a near-golden duck when he beat a Boland delivery that was controversially ruled out after replays showed it had touched the ground before being caught. However, luck would not favor him for long, as he succumbed to Boland shortly after.
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The weight of expectations on Kohli
The SCG Test was not just another match; It represented a critical moment for both Kohli and the Indian team. With India struggling at 72/4 after losing key players like KL Rahul and Shubman GillKohli’s role as a senior batsman became even more crucial. His inability to convert starts into substantial scores has been a recurring theme, and this latest failure adds to the growing pressure on him.
Kohli’s struggles against off-stump deliveries have been widely documented, with this being the 22nd time in recent years that he has been the victim of similar deliveries by fast bowlers. The consistency with which he has been dismissed in this manner raises questions about his adaptability and willingness to address this glaring flaw in his game.
As Kohli continues to deal with these challenges, the Indian team must come together to support their star player. With the lower-middle order needing to step up in difficult batting conditions, players like RISHABH PANTS and Ravindra Jadeja He tried to stabilize the innings, but India were tied at 185 in the end.
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