Despite a stellar IPL performance, Virat Kohli's stint as an opener alongside Rohit Sharma in the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup has been underwhelming, marking an unwanted record for the star batsman.
Kohli's transition to the opening position, a strategic move by Team India management, has failed to yield positive outcomes. The batsman, who excelled as an opener in the IPL, has struggled to replicate his form in the T20 World Cup.
In the recent IND vs USA match, Kohli's dismissal for a golden duck highlighted his struggles. Attempting a drive against Saurabh Netravalkar, Kohli edged the ball to Andrei Goss, marking his first golden duck in a T20 World Cup match. This dismissal adds to Kohli's recent string of low scores in the tournament, with failures to reach double figures against Ireland, Pakistan, and the USA.
This marks the sixth occasion in Kohli's T20 International career that he has been dismissed for a duck, underscoring his current batting woes. Despite India's victory over the USA, Kohli's batting form remains a concern as the team advances to the Super 8 stage.
India's final group stage match against Ireland presents Kohli with an opportunity to bounce back to form before the crucial Super 8 stage commences. As India progresses in the tournament, Kohli's performance will be closely scrutinised, with hopes for a resurgence in his batting prowess.