Adelaide: Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli was seen putting in serious effort during an intense net session ahead of the second ODI against Australia, signaling his determination to bounce back after a disappointing start to the series.
According to reports, Kohli spent around 45 minutes in the nets, facing a mix of fast bowlers and spinners. The right-hander began cautiously before gradually upping the tempo, timing his drives and working on foot movement under the watchful eyes of head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting coach Vikram Rathour.
Team sources indicated that Kohli looked sharp and motivated, aiming to rediscover the fluent rhythm that has defined much of his career.
Technical Worries Emerge Despite Strong Effort
However, a report by RevSportz suggested that not everything went perfectly during the session. Observers noted that Kohli edged a few deliveries and mistimed some shots, particularly on deliveries pitched just outside the off-stump — an area that has troubled him in recent matches.
This comes after Kohli’s first-ball dismissal in the opening ODI, where he was caught behind off Mitchell Starc, reigniting discussions about his vulnerability to the moving ball early in the innings.
Australia Ready To Target Weakness Again
Meanwhile, the Australian camp appears to be preparing to exploit this technical gap. Batter Matthew Short hinted that the visiting bowlers are likely to keep testing Kohli outside off, believing that the strategy can bring early breakthroughs.
“Our bowlers have clear plans and know what they’re doing against him,” Short said. “If we can get him early again, it gives us a big edge.”
High Expectations From Indian Fans
For India, Kohli’s form remains pivotal in the middle order, especially with the series hanging in the balance. The team management is optimistic that the extra hours in the nets will pay off when he walks out to bat in Adelaide.
Fans, too, are eagerly waiting for a trademark Kohli innings — one that could not only level the series but also reassert his dominance on Australian soil.
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