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'Back At His Very Best' - Former Indian Cricketer Warns Ben Stokes & Co From Virat Kohli

image-lrojr5swVirat Kohli is back on top of his game (x.com)

Former Indian captain Virat Kohli's scintillating performance in the recent South Africa series has cricket enthusiasts buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming ICC World Test Championship clash against England. Kohli, who emerged as India's leading run-scorer in South Africa, has been hailed by former cricketer Irfan Pathan as being "back at his very best."

Pathan, expressing his optimism, stated, "Virat Kohli is back at his very best; this is good news for Indian cricket and Virat Kohli fans. His footwork was superb, and he was outstanding in South Africa. His aggressive footwork is starting to pay off, and that could help him score runs in the England series."

The statistic further validate Kohli's records put him back on top. Averaging 43.00 in the South Africa series, he accumulated a total of 172 runs in the two Tests, showcasing resilience and class. As the former skipper gears up for his 114th Test appearance in the England series opener at Hyderabad, his overall Test record boasts an impressive 8,848 runs with an average of 49.16.

In the ongoing WTC cycle (2023-2025), Kohli has already made a significant impact, amassing 369 runs in four Tests. With a total of 29 centuries and 30 half-centuries in the longest format, Kohli remains a formidable force at the crease.

The stage is set for a riveting showdown as Rohit’s lead India takes on Ben Stokes' England in the first Test at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Thursday. Kohli's current form and aggressive footwork, as noted by Pathan, pose a formidable challenge for the English bowling attack.