Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting recently took a subtle dig at Indian cricketer Virat Kohli in a commentary regarding Kohli’s recent form in Test cricket. Ponting, known for his forthright views, highlighted that while Kohli remains a top-order batsman of immense caliber, his output in Test centuries has slowed down in recent years. Specifically, he pointed out that Kohli has scored only two Test centuries over an extended period, a stark contrast to the prolific run-scoring of his prime.
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Ponting’s comments hint at the expectation fans and experts have for Kohli, who is often seen as one of the modern greats alongside the likes of Joe Root, Steve Smith, and Kane Williamson. The dig serves as a reminder of the high bar Kohli has set in his career, with 29 Test centuries and a peak period where he was scoring hundreds across all formats consistently. However, in the past few years, Kohli’s Test average has dipped, and his conversion rate—turning fifties into hundreds—has also seen a decline.
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While Kohli’s recent form in limited-overs cricket has shown signs of resurgence, Test cricket, where he once dominated, remains an area where fans hope to see him return to his peak. Ponting’s remark, while blunt, underscores the scrutiny elite players face and the challenges in maintaining a consistent run at the highest level. For Kohli, it could be the push needed to rekindle his form in Tests and reaffirm his status among the greats of the game.
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