Virat Kohli's Highest Scores In Tests [Source: @kohliception/x.com]
When it comes to Test cricket, few names spark the kind of excitement that Virat Kohli does. The man’s been a run machine, a chaser of records, and the heartbeat of Indian cricket.
But let’s be honest, even the best go through a rough patch, and Kohli’s recent form has got everyone talking. Let’s rewind to his glory days and take a look at Virat Kohli’s highest Test scores and also dive into his recent form
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Virat Kohli’s Highest Scores In Tests
Over the years, Virat Kohli has given us some sensational innings. Whether it’s smashing bowlers in their backyard or dominating at home, his bat has done a lot of talking. Check out his highest Test scores:
But cricket isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. Kohli’s recent form, especially in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, has been shaky. He started the series with a bang, slamming a ton in Perth, but since then, it’s been slim pickings.
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The Aussie pacers have zeroed in on his Achilles heel- those tempting deliveries outside off and the results haven’t been pretty. Here’s a quick look at his recent form
Score
Match
Opponent
Date
36* (85)
4th Test, 1st Inn
Australia
26 Dec
3 (16)
3rd Test, 1st Inn
Australia
14 Dec
7 (8)
2nd Test, 1st Inn
Australia
6 Dec
11 (21)
2nd Test, 2nd Inn
Australia
6 Dec
5 (12)
1st Test, 1st Inn
Australia
22 Nov
100 (143)
1st Test, 2nd Inn
Australia
22 Nov
The Melbourne Fightback
Now, let’s talk about the current fourth Test at the MCG. Australia threw down the gauntlet with a massive 474 on the board, thanks to Steve Smith’s masterclass (140) and fifties from debutant Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja, and Marnus Labuschagne.
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India’s reply got off to a dismal start, with both Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul heading back to the pavilion early. But then came Yashasvi Jaiswal and Kohli, steadying the innings and showing grit. Jaiswal has smashed a classy 70* and kept the scoreboard ticking. Kohli, on the other hand, has looked composed at 34*, playing with caution but pouncing on anything loose.