Rohit Sharma was visibly stunned when Virat Kohli was dismissed for a golden duck against the USA in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. Despite Kohli’s outstanding performance as an opener in the Indian Premier League, his transition to the same role in the T20 World Cup has been challenging.
The former Indian captain has struggled to make an impact, being dismissed for single digits in all three matches for the Men in Blue so far. On Wednesday, Kohli faced a full-length delivery from former Mumbai pacer Saurabh Netravalkar.
Attempting a drive expecting an inswinger, Virat Kohli edged the ball to wicketkeeper Andreis Gous, marking his first duck in a T20 World Cup game. His scores in this edition have been disappointing, with 1 (vs Ireland), 4 (vs Pakistan), and 0 (vs USA).
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Saurabh Netravalkar’s impressive performance continued as he also claimed the wicket of India captain Rohit Sharma in his second over, putting India under significant pressure early in their innings.
Rohit Sharma reaction after Kohli’s Golden Duck 🦆 #Viratkohi #INDvsUSA pic.twitter.com/GTAeX2VDN3
— Tahmoor Nazeer 🇵🇸 (@TahmoorNazeer) June 12, 2024
Earlier in the game, the USA managed to post a total of 110/8 in their allotted 20 overs. Despite early setbacks, the USA’s batsmen showed resilience, with key contributions from several players ensuring they had a competitive score on the board.
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The match highlighted the unpredictability and excitement of T20 cricket, where even seasoned players like Kohli and Rohit can face unexpected challenges. As India aims to secure their place in the Super 8 stage, overcoming such hurdles will be crucial. The upcoming games will test the adaptability and resilience of the Indian batting lineup, as they strive to bounce back from these early setbacks and continue their quest for T20 World Cup glory.
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Virat Kohli: pic.twitter.com/aTzh3erz9L
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) June 12, 2024
Part time cricketer Netravalkar gets Kohli
— ᴋᴀᴍʟᴇsʜ sɪɴɢʜ / tau (@kamleshksingh) June 12, 2024
Kohli saab, New York mai ISKCON temple visit needed.
— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer) June 12, 2024
Kohli batting in this World Cup pic.twitter.com/vsl4WY8E8i
— Aditi. (@Sassy_Soul_) June 12, 2024
kohli i’m begging man get back to number 3 😭🙏
— dhanush zweig 🍉 (@brickbyboringin) June 12, 2024
First duck for him in the T20 World Cup. I don’t know whether to cry or to laugh now.
Come back stronger, Kohli saab. We are not used to this. I know you will 💔😄 pic.twitter.com/CXab4JaxUM
— Yashvi (@BreatheKohli) June 12, 2024
Must feel for #Virat. He’s going through another serious phase. Hope he bounces back. #USAvsIndia #Kohli
— Vageesh Dinkar (@VAGEESHDINKAR) June 12, 2024
kohli can’t play the swing, gonna say it again this isn’t ipl ffs please don’t make him open, it’s not for everyone 🙏
— RS (@_pickle05) June 12, 2024
Super 8 will be Kohli redemption time once again https://t.co/BnOeYZrjHM
— Vanshika agarwal (@Vanshika5965874) June 12, 2024
