In the upcoming T20 World Cup, people are wondering if Virat Kohli will bat alongside India’s captain Rohit Sharma, or if he’ll keep his usual position at No.3. Kohli has been in great form during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, playing for the Royal Challengers Bangalore. He’s scored 500 runs in 10 matches, including 4 fifties and a hundred. Fans hope he’ll continue this success in the World Cup.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has selected Kohli in the 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup. Alongside skipper Rohit Sharma, Kohli is one of the most experienced players. While many others will be playing their first T20 World Cup in the USA and the West Indies, Kohli will be relied upon to score crucial runs during matches. He’s known for his excellent performances in ICC events, like his brilliant 82-run knock against Australia in 2016 and his unbeaten 82 against Pakistan in 2022.
Although Kohli usually bats at No.3 in T20 cricket, he’s been opening for his IPL team lately. This has led to speculation about his position in the Indian XI. Former Indian cricketer Sreesanth thinks Kohli should bat at No.3 and play the anchor role when needed. On the other hand, former Australian cricketer Tom Moody disagrees, saying there’s no such thing as an anchor in T20 cricket. He believes Kohli should dictate the game’s pace and adjust accordingly to the required run rate.
Kohli has an outstanding record in T20 cricket, with 4037 runs from 117 matches at an average of 51.75. He has 37 fifties and a hundred to his name. In the previous T20 World Cup in 2022, he was the tournament’s leading run-scorer, with 296 runs from 6 matches at an average of 98.66. With such a remarkable track record, Kohli’s role in the upcoming World Cup will be crucial for India’s success.
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