IND vs PAK / Virat Kohli is fully prepared for Pakistani spinners, did this special thing

IND vs PAK: Indian cricket team's veteran batsman Virat Kohli has been in the news in recent times for his performance in ODI cricket. Kohli, who has played many memorable innings in his career, has been seen struggling against spin bowlers for some time now. Statistics show that he has been dismissed by spinners six times in a row in ODI cricket, which shows a new challenge in his batting.

Virat's difficulties against spin

During the ODI series against England, Kohli was seen struggling against leg-spinner Adil Rashid. At the same time, in the match against Bangladesh, he was caught out at backward point while trying to cut the ball of wrist spinner Riyaz Hussain. After these disappointing performances, Virat has focused on special practice sessions to improve his technique and face spinners.

Virat's dedication to practice

Ahead of the high-voltage match against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025, Virat Kohli has taken his preparations to a new height. According to reports, Kohli reached the ICC Academy two hours before the scheduled time and practiced exclusively against spin bowlers. His net practice included leg spinners, off spinners and left-arm spinners, which makes it clear that he is committed to overcome his weakness.

Pakistan spinners will give tough challenge

The great match of Champions Trophy 2025 between India and Pakistan will be played in Dubai on 23 February. In this match, Virat Kohli may have to face the challenge of Pakistan's talented spinner Abrar Ahmed. Apart from this, Pakistan also has left-arm spinner Khushdil Shah and off-spinner Salman Aga, who can prove to be lethal in the right conditions. In such a situation, Kohli will need to improve his game so that he can stand strong against these spinners.

Expectations of return to form

Virat Kohli performed brilliantly in the ODI World Cup 2023, scoring 765 runs in 11 matches, but since then he has not been able to perform as expected in this format. In the last six ODI innings, he has scored only 137 runs, with an average of 22.83. However, given his current preparation and dedication, it can be expected that he will return to his rhythm soon.

Conclusion

Virat Kohli's recent struggles show that any player in cricket needs to constantly develop himself. Given his difficulties against spin, his hard work and dedication are commendable. If his preparation pays off, he can once again give a befitting reply to his critics in the Champions Trophy and once again prove to be a match winner for the Indian team.