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Fans Express Frustration As Virat Kohli’s Struggles Continue; Calls For Retirement Grow Louder
By CricShots - Nov 3, 2024 11:03 am
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Virat Kohli’s struggles with the bat continued as he once again faltered in the third and final Test against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Chasing a modest target of 147 runs, Team India found themselves in early trouble at 18/3, with Kohli’s early dismissal adding to the tension. The former Indian captain fell cheaply for just one run off seven balls, undone by a clever delivery from New Zealand’s star spinner, Ajaz Patel.

Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli 

In the first innings, Kohli managed only four runs before being run out, marking another disappointing performance in a series where runs have eluded him. Ajaz Patel, who has been India’s chief tormentor throughout this match, set Kohli up beautifully in the second innings.

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Delivering with finesse, Ajaz Patel floated the ball with a bit of drift, drawing Kohli forward into a tentative defensive shot. Kohli leaned in, but failed to get fully behind the line as the ball spun away subtly, just enough to catch the edge of his bat. Positioned sharply at first slip, Daryl Mitchell grabbed a low, reflexive catch, sealing Kohli’s exit and adding another failure to his record in the ongoing Mumbai Test.

Kohli’s dismissal sparked frustration and criticism among fans and cricket analysts alike. Many fans took to social media to voice their disappointment, with some even questioning his place in the Test side. Calls for his exclusion have grown louder as his lean patch continues, with some fans labeling him a ‘burden’ on the Indian batting lineup.

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The pressure mounts on Kohli, whose recent form has become a significant concern as India looks to solidify their squad for future challenges. The Indian team, meanwhile, faces an uphill task with key players already back in the pavilion and a small target still proving tricky on the turning Mumbai wicket. Kohli’s struggles are emblematic of a broader issue for India as they look for stability in their top-order amid testing conditions against New Zealand’s quality spin attack.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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