Virat Kohli’s struggle against Josh Hazlewood continued in a recent match, where the Australian pacer got the better of the Indian star by using his high release point to great effect. In a dramatic moment, Kohli, known for his composure and technique, stood outside the crease to counter Hazlewood’s bounce, but the tactic backfired as Hazlewood bounced him out.
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Kohli, in an attempt to negate the extra bounce that Hazlewood generates with his 7-foot-plus release point, moved a step out of the crease. The strategy was aimed at reducing the chances of getting cramped for room on rising deliveries. However, Hazlewood’s impeccable line and length made this move ineffective, as he delivered a short ball that Kohli couldn’t quite handle. The ball caught the top edge of Kohli’s bat and was safely taken by the fielder at second slip, sending him back to the pavilion.
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This dismissal highlighted the difficulties Kohli faces against taller pacers, particularly when they use the bounce effectively. Hazlewood, with his ability to extract bounce and maintain consistent line and length, has made Kohli’s life difficult in recent encounters. The short ball tactic has often proven successful against Kohli, who has struggled with the extra bounce and movement from bowlers like Hazlewood and others in the Australian pace attack.
Kohli’s dismissal underlined the growing challenge of playing against high-quality pace bowlers who can use their height and bounce to create problems. The incident serves as a reminder of the fine margins in cricket and how a slight misjudgment can lead to a costly mistake, even for one of the game’s most accomplished batsmen.
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