Sat Feb 22 12:58:10 UTC 2025: ## Kohli’s Technical Flaw Under Scrutiny After Champions Trophy Dismissal

**Dubai, UAE** – Virat Kohli’s consistent struggles against wrist spin are raising concerns for Team India as the Champions Trophy 2025 unfolds. In India’s opening match against Bangladesh, Kohli was dismissed for 22 by wrist spinner Rishad Hossain, marking his fifth dismissal to wrist spin in his last six ODI innings.

Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar pinpointed the problem: Kohli’s tendency to open his bat face, particularly when reaching for the ball, leaving him vulnerable. This flaw, Gavaskar noted, is evident against both pace and spin bowlers, and was the cause of Kohli’s latest dismissal. Gavaskar urged Kohli to address this technical issue to avoid repeated failures.

Despite Shubman Gill’s century securing a six-wicket victory for India over Bangladesh, Kohli’s form remains a key talking point. He is aiming to become the Champions Trophy’s all-time leading run-scorer, currently trailing Chris Gayle by 240 runs. India’s next match is against Pakistan on Sunday, a crucial game for securing a knockout stage berth.

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