Virat Kohli: The Struggling Superstar

It is safe to say that Virat Kohli is no longer the feared Test batsman he once was. After two years of underwhelming performances, his career average has dropped below 50.00 in all formats for the first time. Although he may not be in the same league as Joe Root, Steve Smith, or Kane Williamson, the upcoming IND vs WI series could be the opportunity for Kohli to get his form back.

The Decline of Virat Kohli

The World Test Championship Cycle has seen a stark decline in Virat Kohli’s performance. His average has dropped from near 55 to an abysmal 32.13 after 17 Tests and 30 innings. He has only scored 1 century and 3 half-centuries, with 932 runs in total. Former India opener Aakash Chopra has even gone as far as to say that the Fab 4 has now become Fab 3.

Conclusion

The upcoming IND vs WI series is the perfect chance for Virat Kohli to prove that he still belongs with the elite. He needs to show that he still has what it takes to compete with the likes of Joe Root, Steve Smith, and Kane Williamson. If he is unable to do so, then Babar Azam may be the next to join the Fab 3.