Faf du Plessis Support Virat Kohli: Virat Kohli’s poor form in Test cricket has become a topic of discussion in the cricket world. His performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy was disappointing, in which he scored only 190 runs in five matches and his average was 23.75. He was out eight times, mainly on balls going outside the off stump. After this poor form, every big player is advising him to play domestic cricket. Many people are demanding his retirement. But now Faf du Plessis has come in support of Kohli.
Faf du Plessis supported Kohli
Virat Kohli’s former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) teammate and former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis is confident that Kohli will return to form soon. Du Plessis said, “It is different for every player. When I went through this phase, I myself realized that my passion for Test cricket had reduced. But players like Virat are extremely motivated. He “We have faced challenges before and know how to overcome them.”
Kohli’s declining form since 2020
Since the year 2020, there has been a continuous decline in Virat’s test figures. In 39 matches, he scored 2,028 runs at an average of 30.72 and scored only three centuries. This is not in line with his ability and the Australia tour is being considered the worst time of his career. Virat Kohli has played 210 innings so far in his Test career. In which he has scored 9230 runs at an average of 46.85. This includes 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries.
Du Plessis will play IPL for new franchise
Faf du Plessis will start a new journey with Delhi Capitals (DC) in IPL 2025. Last season, he took RCB to the playoffs and now he is excited about his 14th IPL season. He said, “It feels good to be associated with a new franchise. It is always special to be a part of the IPL. I try to give my best and perform well every time.”
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