Tue Nov 19 20:14:00 UTC 2024: ## Kohli’s Form Under Scrutiny as Border-Gavaskar Trophy Looms
**Perth, Australia – November 20, 2024** – Virat Kohli, India’s star batsman, faces a crucial test in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. While Australia has historically been a stage for Kohli’s resurgence, his current form casts doubt on his place in the team.
Kohli himself highlighted his 2018 Perth century as his best Australian knock, a stark contrast to his recent struggles. This year, he has managed only 488 runs in 19 international matches, averaging a dismal 20.33. His Test form, once legendary, has plummeted since 2020, with a significant drop in both average and century count. This slump has seen him fall out of the ICC Men’s Test batting rankings Top 20 for the first time in a decade.
Critics are openly questioning his continued inclusion in the Test side, with emerging Indian talent vying for a spot. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy, therefore, represents a make-or-break opportunity for Kohli to regain his form and silence his doubters. The five-match series begins in Perth on November 22nd and will conclude in Sydney on January 7th. The series promises to be a captivating contest, with Kohli’s performance likely playing a decisive role in its outcome.
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