While Virat Kohli’s performance in the initial matches of the T20 World Cup may have been subdued, cricket pundits Brad Hogg and Wasim Jaffer assure Indian fans that there’s no cause for concern. Kohli, set to mark the anniversary of his T20I debut on June 12, will take on USA in New York, presenting an opportune moment for a significant score.”
In Short:
- Kohli has scored just 5 runs in 2 matches
- Kohli made his T20I debut for India on June 12, 2010
- Hogg and Jaffer believe Kohli will step up in the Super 8 stages
It was 14 years ago, on June 12, when a young Virat Kohli took to the field at the Harare Sports Club against Zimbabwe, making his T20I debut for India. Fast forward to the same date in 2024, as India prepares to face the USA in the T20 World Cup, Kohli stands as the second-highest run-scorer in the format with 4042 runs at an average of 50.52. However, Indian fans have been concerned about the star batter’s recent form.
Kohli has recorded scores of 1 and 4 against Ireland and Pakistan in the two matches so far. Despite his aggressive approach, the lack of runs has raised concerns for the team. Or has it?
USA vs IND: Preview
In Short:
- USA and India to clash in Match 25
- Both teams have won both their matches so far
- Pakistan will keep a close eye on the game
After a terrific start to their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign with back-to-back wins against Ireland and Pakistan, India will be aiming for a hat-trick of victories as they face co-hosts USA on Wednesday, June 12, at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. The Rohit Sharma-led side began their journey with a comprehensive eight-wicket win against Ireland, followed by a thrilling six-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan.
However, the Men in Blue have a lot to worry about before taking on the spirited USA, who are coming into the fixture with clinical victories against Canada and Pakistan. India suffered a dramatic collapse against Pakistan, going from 89/3 after 11 overs to being all out for 119 in 19 overs.
Their fragile middle order was exposed significantly, with Suryakumar Yadav (7 off 8), Shivam Dube (3 off 9), Hardik Pandya (7 off 12), and Ravindra Jadeja (0 off 1) getting dismissed cheaply. To make matters worse, star batter Virat Kohli had his second consecutive failure, getting dismissed for 4 off 3 balls while opening the innings.