India endured a disappointing outing in the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the Adelaide Oval, as Australia stormed to a commanding 10-wicket victory in the pink-ball encounter. The hosts, eager to level the series, delivered a stellar performance, leaving the Indian team struggling to find their footing.

The Indian batting lineup faltered, managing just 180 runs in the first innings and 175 in the second. Among the underwhelming performances was Virat Kohli’s, as the veteran batter could only muster 18 runs across both innings. This was particularly notable given Kohli’s phenomenal track record at the Adelaide Oval. Over five Tests at the venue, he has amassed 527 runs at an impressive average of 52.70, including three memorable centuries.

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A poignant moment from the match caught the attention of fans worldwide—a video of a fan holding a placard thanking Kohli for his contributions, potentially marking his final Test innings at the iconic venue. The heartfelt gesture sparked an outpouring of emotions on social media.

One user commented, “Australia recognises the GOAT, while many Indians are asking him to retire.” Another remarked, “King Kohli, thanks for the memories,” while others praised Australia for honoring one of cricket’s greatest players. “Thank you, Australia, for showing love and respect towards the all-time great, Virat Kohli,” read one post.

This made me cry 🥲💔 pic.twitter.com/oDxO5toWpl

— M. (@Iconiic_Kohli) December 8, 2024

Kohli’s love affair with Adelaide began in 2012 when he scored his maiden Test century at the ground with a resilient 116. In 2014, he delivered a masterclass, hitting centuries in both innings (115 and 141), though India narrowly lost that match by 48 runs. He added another half-century to his tally at the venue in 2020.

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Despite this recent setback, Kohli had started the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 on a strong note, smashing a century in the second innings of the Perth Test. As the series progresses, fans hope to witness more of Kohli’s brilliance, even as they bid farewell to his storied chapter at Adelaide Oval.