Fri Nov 22 06:57:14 UTC 2024: ## Kohli’s Struggles Continue as India Falters in Perth Test
**Perth, Australia:** Virat Kohli’s ongoing struggles in Test cricket continued Friday as India stumbled to 51/4 at lunch on the first day of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. The former captain’s dismissal for a meager five runs off 12 balls reignited calls for his retirement.
Kohli, batting at number four, briefly showed glimpses of his class with a stylish drive for three runs, but was ultimately undone by a Josh Hazlewood delivery that surprised him with extra bounce. The dismissal prompted a fresh wave of criticism on social media, with many users suggesting the former captain should consider retirement if his form doesn’t improve during the series.
The disappointing start for India extends beyond Kohli’s struggles. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Devdutt Padikkal both failed to score in their Test debuts, while KL Rahul managed only 26 runs. The match also marked the Test debuts for India’s Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy, and Australia’s Nathan McSweeney. India captain Jasprit Bumrah won the toss and elected to bat first. The match is shaping up to be a challenging one for the Indian team.
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