Virat Kohli’s return to India colours didn’t go as everyone planned as the former India captain registered two consecutive ducks for the first time in his ODI career on Thursday in the second ODI against Australia. After being dismissed for a duck in Perth, Kohli spent just four balls before falling plumb to Xavier Bartlett in the seventh over to disappoint the fans.
Having not played any form or cricket since July 3, Kohli lacked match practice and looked rusty in 12 balls that he faced in this ODI series. In the second game, Kohli could connected the bat with the ball only once before missing the line while trying to play across.
Playing probably his last match at this venue, Kohli walked back amid huge cheers from the Adelaide crowd. In response, the Indian also acknowledged the by showing the gloves with his right hand, leading to retirement talks once again on social media.
“Virat Kohli waves goodbye to #Adelaide crowd after getting consecutive ducks for first time, sparks retirement talks,” wrote one user on X. “All great careers come to an end. Virat Kohli is an all time GOAT but the decline is very visible now. Something has gone off within him,” another said.
“Oh god, #ViratKohli is nowhere close to being what he really is. He’s NEVER looked this clueless in his entire career. Everytime he steped onto the field in Australia throughout his career, he walked in with a different energy and fire. It’s all gone. His game has vanished,” reacted another.” “Right hand up. Acknowledging the Adelaide crowd. Any hint?????” a user said.
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