Virat Kohli’s relationship with Australian media is nothing short of a love affair. Every time the Indian cricket star arrives in Australia, the country celebrates his arrival, and this time has been no different as he heads into the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series against the home side. Australian media outlets have gone all out to make Kohli feel special, knowing well that his name alone sells newspapers.
Major publications such as The West Australian and Sydney Morning Herald have showcased Kohli prominently, with the latter featuring a giant image of the cricketer on the front page of its sports section. The headline read, “A Heavy Crown,” acknowledging Kohli’s massive stature in world cricket. However, there was also a subtle reminder that Kohli has struggled in recent years, particularly in red-ball cricket. The Australian media is likely trying to play mind games, reminding Kohli of his recent form as he gears up for the challenge.
Kohli ended 2023 on a high note but has since struggled with his red-ball game. His performance in the 2024 Test series against Bangladesh and New Zealand raised concerns, as he managed just one fifty in six innings, with spinners causing constant problems. The talk of retirement started gaining momentum as his struggles continued, but the former India captain has a special connection with Australian pitches. He’ll be eager to regain his form and silence critics when he takes the field for the much-anticipated series.
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