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Kohli and Rohit Struggle in Final New Zealand Series
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What Happened?
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma faced challenges in their last ODI series in New Zealand, scoring poorly against the Kiwi bowlers. Their performance raises concerns ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Key points
- Kohli scored 86 runs and Rohit scored 30 runs in the series.
- Kohli's last three scores were 7, 0, and 5 after an initial 74.
- Rohit had two ducks and only crossed double digits once.
- India's top order failed to score a century in the series for the first time in over five years.
- The team's struggles against pace and movement were evident throughout the series.
Key insights
- Kohli's poor performance may raise questions about his form ahead of major tournaments.
- Rohit's struggles could lead to a reassessment of his role in the team.
- The team's inability to score centuries highlights a potential weakness in batting depth.
Why it matters
The performance of Kohli and Rohit could impact India's strategy for the upcoming World Cup.
Entities
Virat Kohli· PersonRohit Sharma· PersonNew Zealand· CountryIndia· Country
Source
Times of India
