Kohli’s Sydney Struggles: Virat Kohli’s ongoing battles with deliveries outside the off-stump was on full display during the Sydney Test. Dismissed for just 17 runs facing 69 balls, Kohli once again edged a delivery to the slip cordon, marking his seventh dismissal in this fashion during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2025. His frustrations were evident, but it was the reaction of his wife, Anushka Sharma, that stole the spotlight. Camera caught Anushka looking visibly worried before she shook her head, a moment that quickly went viral on social media. Also Read | Virat Kohli’s Familiar Weakness Haunts Him in Sydney Test
A Tough Year for Kohli
Kohli’s current form is under heavy scrutiny. The veteran batter has managed just 417 runs in 29 innings this year, averaging a meager 24.52. His struggles are highlighted further by his dismal first-innings average of 7, which is the second-lowest for any better with at least five innings average of 10.
Watch Anushka Sharma’s crazy reaction after Virat Kohli got out today#ViratKohli #AnushkaSharma pic.twitter.com/11airToSiT
— Surajit (@surajit_ghosh2) January 3, 2025
India’s Captaincy Shuffle and Challenges
With Rohit Sharma opting out of the Sydney Test due to poor form, Jasprit Bumrah took over as captain. However, India’s batting woes continued as the team was bowled out for 185 runs in their first innings. In response, Australia scored nine runs in three overs but lost opener Usman Khawaja early.
The Series on the Line
Trailing 2-1 in the five-match series, India can no longer win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. However, they still have a chance to retain the title by leveling the series with a victory in the Sydney Test. All eyes remain on Kohli, who faces mounting pressure to deliver in the second innings.
As the cricket world waits, fans hope the ‘King’ of Indian cricket can silence his critics and lead India to a fighting comeback.
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