When stars like Virat Kohli lose that elusive thing called form, is it the end?
In the world of sports and writing, it is hard to explain even in life whether your luck shines because you work hard on your form, or whether your form arrives at the right time when luck sides with you.
Physically, Virat Kohli doesn’t appear to be struggling, but as it often happens when you are out of form, the first mistake you make tends to be your last.
Saba Karim, former Indian wicketkeeper and right-handed batsman, talks about Virat Kohli, why batsmen struggle with form, and the importance for a sportsperson to have a conducive environment on and off the field
Former Team India captain Mohammad Azharuddin, a veteran of 99 test matches, says ups and downs are common in cricket, stressing that age is not a factor for team selection, as long as Virat Kohli is fit enough for the upcoming T20 World Cup
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Virat Kohli, India's biggest batting hope, is undergoing the longest drought in his career. How can he return among runs before the crucial T20 World Cup in Australia later this year?
Gautam Gambhir, the former India opener and one-time teammate of Virat Kohli, says that form does not always mean fours and sixes. Sometimes, a well-struck defensive shot can also unlock a player’s confidence.
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