Virat Kohli celebrates his first run in Australia after scoring back-to-back ducks in previous matches. The batting legend finally got off the mark at Sydney Cricket Ground today. Fans erupted in joy watching Kohli punch his fist after breaking the duck curse.
Virat Kohli’s Emotional Moment at Sydney
Kohli faced Josh Hazlewood on the very first ball of India’s chase of 237. He pushed the ball for a single and immediately raised his fist celebrating like crazy. The crowd at SCG went absolutely wild seeing their favourite batter finally score some runs.
This might be Kohli’s last appearance on Australian soil which made the moment extra special. He got out for zero in both Perth and Adelaide matches. Virat Kohli celebrates his first run showing how much pressure he carried into this game.
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Why This Run Mattered So Much?
Kohli and Rohit Sharma returned to international cricket after a long break from action. Virat struggled in the first two ODIs, losing India the series already badly. Getting that first run off the bat lifted a massive weight off Kohli’s shoulders instantly.
He never scored consecutive ducks in ODI cricket during his entire 15-year career before. The pressure from fans, media and selectors kept building with each passing delivery faced. Virat Kohli celebrates his first run because it means he’s still capable of scoring.
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India’s Performance in the Third ODI
Harshit Rana bowled so well. He took 4 wickets for just 39 runs in 8.4 overs today. Australia won the toss and chose to bat first. India needed to chase 237 runs to avoid a clean sweep shame.
Kohli and Rohit are now only playing the ODI format after retiring from T20Is and Tests. India’s next series happens against South Africa. This series will feature three ODI matches coming up soon. Fans hope Kohli converts this start into a big score to silence all doubters.
