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Virat Kohli's Batting Woes: Is He More Concerned About the Ball Than the Score?

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Former cricketer Robin Uthappa weighs in on Virat Kohli's performance after a disappointing start in the ICC Champions Trophy. Discover what he had to say!

Virat Kohli, the illustrious Indian cricketer and captain, has recently faced some challenges on the pitch. During India’s opening match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, he was dismissed for a mere 22 runs, raising eyebrows and concerns among fans and experts alike. The legendary batsman, known for his aggressive playing style and consistent high scores, seemed to struggle not just with scoring, but also with how he connected with the ball.

Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa has weighed in on Kohli's current plight, suggesting that the cricket icon might be more worried about middling the ball than actually racking up runs. Uthappa's observation paints a picture of Kohli’s mental state, hinting that the pressure of performing in such high-stakes tournaments may be affecting his game. It’s a stark contrast to the confident and ruthless batsman we've seen over the years, raising questions about his batting approach going forward.

Cricket enthusiasts across India are left speculating whether Kohli’s form slump is a temporary blip or a more significant issue requiring attention. Fans have grown to expect nothing less than extraordinary performances from their premier star. As the tournament heats up, fingers are crossed that Kohli will find his rhythm and bring back the magic that has made him a household name.

Historically, many great players face ups and downs in their careers—Kohli is no exception. In fact, did you know that Sachin Tendulkar himself went through a rough patch during the 2007 World Cup? Unexpectedly, he bounced back remarkably to write history! The journey of cricket is as unpredictable as a rollercoaster, and perhaps Kohli’s upcoming innings will be the spark everyone has been waiting for. Let’s all keep the faith that our captain will return to form soon!

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Virat Kohli more worried about middling the ball instead of scoring ... (India Today)

Former India batter Robin Uthappa commented on Virat Kohli's poor form after he got dismissed for 22 in India's first match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 ...

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Virat Kohli fixated on 'middling the ball' rather than 'scoring runs': Ex ... (Hindustan Times)

India's star batter, Virat Kohli, struggled to find rhythm in the Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh, falling for 22. | Crickit.

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Kumble: 'Kohli putting lot of pressure on himself, needs to relax a little' (ESPNcricinfo.com)

Manjrekar feels Kohli is down on confidence, and that has affected his ability to take bowlers on.

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'No big game anymore?': Virat Kohli's flop show vs Bangladesh ... (Livemint)

Virat Kohli struggled in the Champions Trophy against Bangladesh, dismissed for 22. Experts like Anil Kumble and Sanjay Manjrekar suggest Kohli is trying ...

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Why is Virat Kohli struggling against spin? Harbhajan Singh explains (India Today)

World Cup-winning spinner Harbhajan Singh has urged Virat Kohli to play more freely against spin after the star batter struggled to get going in India's ...

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Virat Kohli putting lot of pressure on himself, says former India head ... (India TV)

Virat Kohli was dismissed for 22 runs off 38 balls and he struggled to accumulate runs against spinners. Kohli's form has been a matter of concern for India ...

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[Watch] Virat Kohli Harassed In Dubai! Fans Mock RCB Star With ... (OneCricket)

This article will shed light on Virat Kohli as the star batter was mocked during India's first match against Bangladesh.

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Fans Tease Virat Kohli With 'Chokli, No.1 Test Batsman' Chant As ... (Times Now)

Virat Kohli endured a poor outing in the Champions Trophy match vs Bangladesh at the Dubai International Stadium. A section of fans teased Kohli with Chokli ...

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Sanjay Manjrekar makes stunning remark on Virat Kohli, says 'he ... (India TV)

Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar came forward and tore into Virat Kohli, opining that the 36-year-old star has lost the ability to play big shots at ...

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“RCB Teammate Opens Up on Virat Kohli's Struggles Following ... (Crictoday)

Former RCB player discusses Virat Kohli's struggles in the 2025 Champions Trophy, citing his focus on middling the ball rather than scoring runs.

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'Virat Kohli Can't Hit At Will Like Shubman Gill': Sanjay Manjrekar On ... (News18)

Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar believes a lack of hitting ability and dented confidence since the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy is behind Virat Kohli's ...

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Anil Kumble Asks Virat Kohli To 'Relax A Bit', Learn From Rohit ... (News18)

Anil Kumble has advised Virat Kohli to 'relax' and learn from Rohit Sharma's 'freedom' in batting to regain form.

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Virat Kohli trying 'bit too hard', in 'middle the ball vs scoring runs ... (Livemint)

Since the 2023 ODI World Cup, the former India captain Kohli has hit just one fifty (against England earlier this month) while scoring 137 runs in six ODI ...

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Anil Kumble's blunt take on Virat Kohli: 'He's trying too hard to score ... (The Indian Express)

Virat Kohli's dismissal at the hands of Rishad Hossain in the Bangladesh game meant that he has fallen for the fifth time to a leg-spinner in his last six ...

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Former India cricketer tears into Virat Kohli amidst struggle against ... (India TV)

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh took centre stage and opined that Virat Kohli needs to come up with a plan to better play against leg spin.

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"Trying Too Hard...": India Great Namedrops Rohit Sharma In Big ... (NDTVSports.com)

Since the 2023 ODI World Cup, Virat Kohli has hit just one fifty while scoring 137 runs in six ODI innings.

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It is too early to write off Virat Kohli, feels Steve Waugh (Sportstar)

Virat Kohli is not quite the unstoppable force he once was, but it is too early to write him off, former Australia captain Steve Waugh insisted.

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Everyone is expecting Virat Kohli to come out and get a hundred ... (Times of India)

Cricket News: Steve Waugh is confident Virat Kohli will overcome his form slump, emphasizing that great players find ways to rectify issues.

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Steve Waugh on Kohli: “I never write off great players” (Hindustan Times)

Steve Waugh believes Virat Kohli's struggles could motivate him, while questioning the sustainability of a two-tier Test system and the future of ODIs.

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Harbhajan Singh gives career saving suggestion to Virat Kohli (Crictoday)

Harbhajan Singh breaks down Virat Kohli's struggles against spin and shares advice on how he can overcome his current form issues in the 2025 CT.

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Sunil Gavaskar's no-nonsense take on Virat Kohli's spin woes: 'If you ... (Hindustan Times)

Sunil Gavaskar didn't mince his words as he gave his take on Virat Kohli's woes against spin in ODIs. | Crickit.

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Virat Kohli getting out to same type of bowling is a concern: Sunil ... (India Today)

Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar said that Virat Kohli's continuous dismissals against spin are a concern for team India heading ahead into the ICC ...

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Virat Kohli's same-style dismissals worry Sunil Gavaskar (Times of India)

Sunil Gavaskar is concerned about Virat Kohli's recurring issues with getting out due to an open bat face. Kohli's recent struggles include a disappoi.

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"If You're Getting Out...": Sunil Gavaskar Breaks Down Virat Kohli's ... (NDTVSports.com)

Virat Kohli has suffered multiple dismissals in the same manner, and former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar dissected why.

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Virat Kohli getting out to same type of bowling is a concern: Sunil ... (Economic Times)

Sunil Gavaskar highlighted concerns over Virat Kohli's recurring dismissals due to an open-faced bat as India aims to reclaim the Champions Trophy.

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Gavaskar urges Kohli to change his batting approach before IND vs ... (Business Standard)

Gavaskar believes Kohli's tendency to open the face of the bat while playing through the covers is making him vulnerable.

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