IND vs PAK: Virat Kohli approach: Virat Kohli has had a good Asia Cup campaign so far. He has hit two half centuries in three matches. But it is his 44-ball 60 against Pakistan, which made one sit up and take notice. There was an element of aggression in his batting. The former India captain said he will follow the same template when batting first. Hence, all eyes will be on Kohli in their next game against Sri Lanka on Tuesday. Follow Asia Cup 2022 live updates with InsideSport.IN
This also shows how the player is buying into the new approach of the Rohit Sharma-led template. They have adopted an aggressive brand of cricket especially, trying to outbat the team in the limited overs format.
In the lead up to the Asia Cup, his form has been a talking point. Some even questioned his position in the team. But the man from Delhi has shut his critics with some brilliant batting in the competition. His scores in the Asia Cup read 35, 59 not out and 60.
His innings on Sunday was laced with four fours and one six. He also ran well between the wickets and was willing to take the game on from the outset. “I am going to continue, especially batting first, to bat the way I did today against Pakistan, trying to take the game on and stay ahead of the asking rate. Understand the con and just bat freely,”said Kohli in the post-match press conference.
“As long as I am in good space, I am confident about my batting, I know I can bat in many ways. It is about getting back into the groove and becoming confident with how you playing. Once that happens, the situation dictates how you play.”
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— Cheeku. (@primeKohli) September 4, 2022
He is also expressed that he is enjoying the game more after having taken a one month break from cricket.
Good signs: Kohli’s return to form is a welcome sign for the Indian team. He can prove to be the game changer in the Indian batting line-up. More importantly with the T20 World Cup coming up in Australia in October, an in-form Kohli is the best gift for the Indian team management.
But as of now, his focus will be on the immediate match against Sri Lanka on Tuesday. Now, it is about being consistent, maintaining his aggressive approach.
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