In an unexpected moment, Virat Kohli was seen kneeling and praying before going to bat in the T20 World Cup final against South Africa. This is the first time Kohli has shown such emotion on the field, a move reminiscent of Dinesh Karthik’s pre-game rituals. Kohli, who has been struggling with form, is one of India’s key players. Despite his poor run in the tournament, he started strong in the final.
Over Highlights:
0.2 – Marco Jansen to Kohli, FOUR. Beautifully done! A full delivery slanting across outside off. Kohli presses forward and opens the face of the bat to drive through point. Sublime timing and placement.
0.3 – Marco Jansen to Kohli, FOUR. You wouldn’t know he’s been short of runs! Pitched up full and straight. Kohli whips it through square leg with his signature flick. It races to the boundary.
0.4 – Marco Jansen to Kohli, 2 runs. Full and slanting across outside off. Kohli drives it towards extra cover. They get two runs with a gentle knock.
0.5 – Marco Jansen to Kohli, no run. Good length delivery outside off. Kohli lets it go, with great carry through to de Kock.
0.6 – Marco Jansen to Kohli, FOUR. More runs for Kohli! Pitched up on off-stump. Kohli prods forward and pushes it gently down the ground, beating Nortje. A superb start for India and Kohli.
Kohli’s intent and form are evident as he sets a strong foundation for India in this crucial final.
