David Beckham wishes Virat Kohli happy birthday, shares Wankhede ton throwback

On November 5, 2024, former English footballer David Beckham extended birthday wishes to Indian cricket star Virat Kohli, who turned 36. Beckham shared an Instagram story featuring a throwback photo from the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 semi-final at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, where he witnessed Kohli’s remarkable century against New Zealand. In his message, Beckham expressed admiration for Kohli’s performance and conveyed hopes to meet again in India soon. This gesture highlights the mutual respect between two icons of their respective sports.

Decline in form

Virat Kohli, the celebrated Indian cricketer, has recently faced a notable decline in his batting performance. Over the last five Test matches against Bangladesh and New Zealand, he accumulated only 192 runs. In the two-match series against Bangladesh, Kohli scored 99 runs, while in the subsequent three-Test series against New Zealand, he managed just 93 runs. This downturn in form coincided with India’s unprecedented 0-3 home series defeat to New Zealand, marking the first time India has been whitewashed in a three-Test series on home soil.

The series loss has intensified scrutiny on senior players, including Kohli and captain Rohit Sharma, both of whom have struggled to make significant contributions recently. Kohli’s diminishing returns have raised concerns about his ability to anchor the batting lineup, a role he has excelled in throughout his career.

Looking ahead, Kohli is set to participate in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, a five-Test series commencing on November 22, 2024, in Perth.

This series presents an opportunity for him to regain form and reinforce his position as a pivotal figure in the Indian batting order. However, the Australian pitches, known for their pace and bounce, will pose a significant challenge. Indian captain Rohit Sharma has emphasized the need for players to adapt their mindset to handle these conditions effectively.

As Kohli approaches this critical series, fans and analysts alike are keen to see if he can overcome his recent struggles and return to his prolific run-scoring ways, thereby bolstering India’s prospects against a formidable Australian side.

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