Virat Kohli’s struggles with the bat in the ongoing T20 World Cup have caused some concern, but Indian head coach Rahul Dravid remains a firm believer in his star player. Despite a string of low scores, Dravid sees a silver lining in Virat Kohli recent approach and predicts a potential match-winning knock on the biggest stage.
India enter T20 WC final
India booked their place in the T20 World Cup final with a convincing 68-run victory over England. Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav provided a solid batting foundation, while the spin duo of Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav stifled the English batsmen. However, amidst this collective success, Virat Kohli‘s dismissal for a meager 9 runs further fueled discussions about his form.
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Change in approach for Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli’s recent performances haven’t met his usual high standards, managing only 75 runs in seven matches. However, Rahul Dravid emphasizes a tactical shift in Kohli’s batting, praising his newfound aggressive intent.
This approach aims to capitalize on the fielding restrictions in the powerplay overs, even if it carries a higher risk of early dismissal.
Rahul Dravid praises Virat Kohli intent
“With Virat, playing high-risk cricket can sometimes backfire,” Dravid acknowledged after the England match. “He struck a good six today to set the tone, but unfortunately, the ball seamed a bit more. However, I love his intent and the way he’s approaching the innings. It sets a great example for the team to see him willing to take those risks.”
Maintaining his positive outlook, Dravid believes Kohli is due for a significant score. With a touch of humor, he offered, “I don’t want to jinx it, but I have a feeling there’s a big one coming up. I love his attitude and commitment on the field – he deserves it.”
India’s focus now shifts to the T20 World Cup final against South Africa, scheduled for Saturday at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. All eyes will be on Kohli as he aims to prove Dravid’s faith correct and deliver a match-winning performance on the grandest stage.
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