Virat Kohli, the talismanic Indian batter, is once again proving his mettle in the ongoing IPL 2024. Currently leading the run-scoring charts with an impressive tally of 634 runs in 12 innings, Kohli’s resurgence bodes well for the Indian cricket team ahead of the T20 World Cup 2024.
Kohli’s latest half-century, a blistering 47-ball 92 against Punjab Kings, showcased his exceptional batting prowess. However, it was his viral run out of Shashank Singh that stole the limelight.
In a moment of brilliance, Kohli sprinted a considerable distance, latched onto the ball, and executed a mid-air throw to dismiss Singh, Punjab Kings’ most consistent batter. The run out has been widely hailed as one of the most spectacular fielding efforts in recent memory.
Beyond his batting and fielding heroics, Kohli has also revealed the secret behind his batting transformation this IPL. Speaking to broadcasters after the match, he explained that he has reintroduced the slog-sweep against spinners.
“I’ve brought out the slog-sweep to the spinners. I just mentally put myself in that situation and I didn’t practice it at all,” Kohli said. “I know I can hit it because I’ve hit it a lot in the past. So, I just felt like I need to take a bit more risk and for me that shot was something that I used to hit regularly back in the day.”
Kohli’s willingness to take risks and his ability to stay ahead of the “what if you get out” thought have been key factors in his success this IPL. He has consistently maintained a high strike rate and kept the scoring rate going for his team.
As the IPL 2024 progresses, Kohli’s form will be crucial for Royal Challengers Bangalore’s title aspirations. His leadership, batting prowess, and fielding brilliance make him an invaluable asset to the team and a formidable force in the tournament.
