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Dark clouds loom over Virat Kohli‘s participation in the forthcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, co-hosted by the West Indies and USA, as the BCCI mulls over a potential exclusion from the squad.
Selectors unconvinced by Virat Kohli’s recent form:
With the provisional squad due in May, recent media report by the Telegragh suggest the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, is seriously considering leaving out the batting icon. This comes amidst concerns over India’s recent shortcomings in major ICC tournaments and Kohli’s perceived underwhelming performances in the T20 format.
Leadership confirmed, Kohli’s fate uncertain:
While Rohit Sharma’s captaincy has already been confirmed by the BCCI secretary Jay Shah, Kohli’s place remains undecided. Selectors reportedly believe his batting hasn’t adapted to the demands of the fast-paced T20 format, contributing to India’s trophy drought since the ICC Champions Trophy 2023.
However, a glimmer of hope remains for Kohli as the report further suggests a stellar performance in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season could influence the selectors’ decision.
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Cautious approach from BCCI:
The BCCI, aware of Kohli’s immense popularity, is reportedly taking a cautious approach to this sensitive issue. Few officials are willing to comment publicly, leaving the final call to the selection committee.
According to the report, Agarkar has already had discussions with Kohli, emphasizing the need for adjustments to his batting style to better suit the T20 format.
Tough calls for T20 World Cup glory:
As the clock ticks down to the World Cup, all eyes are on the BCCI and their final decision regarding Kohli. With India yearning to add another ICC trophy to their cabinet, the selectors face a difficult choice: prioritize past performance or back potential based on recent form. Only time will tell if Kohli will be included in India’s quest for T20 World Cup glory.
