Team India registered another impressive victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 by defeating co-hosts USA at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium. With this win, India continued their unbeaten streak in the 20-team tournament, having previously triumphed over Ireland and Pakistan. This latest victory also secured India’s place in the Super 8 stage of the competition. India has one remaining league game against Canada on June 15.
Virat Kohli’s struggles continue amid team’s success
Despite the team’s overall success, Virat Kohli’s poor form has been a cause for concern among fans and analysts. Kohli, who opened the innings alongside captain Rohit Sharma in all three matches, has managed to score only 5 runs in the tournament so far. He scored 1 run against Ireland, 4 runs against Pakistan, and was dismissed for a duck against the USA.
Stellar IPL form fails to translate
Kohli’s struggles in the World Cup are particularly surprising given his outstanding performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Opening for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Kohli amassed 741 runs in 15 games at an average of 61.75. However, he has been unable to replicate this form on the international stage.
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Mixed reactions from fans on social media
Fans have taken to social media to express their disappointment and concern over Kohli’s performance. While some have criticized the Indian star for his lack of contributions with the bat, others have suggested that he return to his usual number three batting position.
Here is how fans reacted:
Fans: You should not play outside off deliveries initially
Virat Kohli: pic.twitter.com/aTzh3erz9L
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) June 12, 2024
What happened to him???? 😭💔 pic.twitter.com/QRtLD485Yr
— Virat Kohli Fan Club (@Trend_VKohli) June 12, 2024
Kohli bro this World Cup😭 pic.twitter.com/Qu7PET9F0q
— rishu ☕️📚✨🌃 (@forever_rishu) June 12, 2024
Bring Back Yashasvi Jaiswal OR Sanju Samson and make them bat with Rohit Sharma as an Opener
As Virat Kohli is brilliant at No.3, India is wasting Virat as an opener
What’s your take on this 🤔 #INDvsUSA pic.twitter.com/8l79cDrEJW
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) June 12, 2024
Dear Virat Kohli, please play at number 3 only.#INDvsUSA pic.twitter.com/E5YZRMX54C
— Zaira Nizaam 🇮🇳 (@Zaira_Nizaam) June 12, 2024
Kohli batting in this World Cup pic.twitter.com/vsl4WY8E8i
— Aditi. (@Sassy_Soul_) June 12, 2024
Virat Kohli in T20 Worldcup
Single Digit Dismissals
At No.3 Position – 1 time in 24 Innings
At Other batting position – 4 times in 4 Inngs*#INDvsUSA
— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) June 12, 2024
Virat Kohli in T20 World Cups #ViratKohli #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/Hw4vTlZLnd
— IPL (@WatchIPLvideos) June 13, 2024
kohli i’m begging man get back to number 3 😭🙏
— dhanush zweig 🍉 (@brickbyboringin) June 12, 2024
When your employee takes wickets of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma : pic.twitter.com/I6MWwqYJ59
— Abhay 🍕 (@KaunHaiAbhay) June 13, 2024
Kohli saab, New York mai ISKCON temple visit needed.
— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer) June 12, 2024
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