Virat Kohli News: Virat Kohli's Practice Session Sparks World Cup Final Flashbacks, Fans Anxious

All eyes are on Virat Kohli's performance as he makes his highly anticipated return to the Indian team's jersey after a long hiatus. The ODI series against Australia, commencing October 19, marks Kohli's first appearance for India since March 9. Kohli has already joined the team in Australia and has begun his preparations, with several practice videos surfacing online. However, one particular video has left fans feeling anxious, as it brought back bitter memories of the 2023 World Cup final, while

World Cup Final Moment Recreated in Practice

The entire Indian team is currently training rigorously at Optus Stadium in Perth for the upcoming series. Significant attention is on both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, given uncertainties surrounding their international futures, while in a practice session on October 16, Kohli was seen batting in the nets. While he played several excellent shots, there was one moment that reignited old wounds for fans. Attempting a late cut off the back foot, the ball clipped. His bat and hit the stumps, resulting in a clean bowled dismissal. Kohli's reaction, looking up in despair, seemed to echo his feelings from the 2023 World Cup final.

Echoes of Ahmedabad's Disappointment

No Indian fan can forget Kohli's similar dismissal in the World Cup final on November 19 in Ahmedabad, where he was bowled by Pat Cummins attempting an identical shot. That wicket dealt a major blow to India's hopes of posting a large total, ultimately leading to their defeat in the final, while now, witnessing a similar dismissal against Australia in practice, fans are naturally fearful that such an incident could potentially jeopardize his ODI career. The performance of both Kohli and Rohit will be under immense scrutiny in this crucial series.