Virat Kohli's T20 World Cup Woes Continue with Golden Duck

Virat Kohli, India's premier batter, has endured a dismal T20 World Cup campaign, extending his poor form with a golden duck against the United States on Wednesday. The veteran opener has struggled to find his rhythm, scoring just 1 against Ireland and 4 against Pakistan in India's previous matches.

Kohli's golden duck against the USA marked his first in an ICC tournament, highlighting the extent of his struggles. His teammate, Shivam Dube, expressed confidence in Kohli's ability to bounce back, stating, "He got out cheaply a couple of times, but he will come back scoring hundreds in the next three matches."

Dube also acknowledged the challenges posed by the two-paced tracks in New York, which he likened to playing in a Ranji Trophy game. Despite his initial struggles, Dube regained some form with a 35-ball 31 against the USA, helping India secure a seven-wicket victory and advance to the Super Eight stage.

"I was struggling with my form and focusing on my process," Dube said. "But here, there was no pressure. All the support staff and coaches backed me and told me, 'It's difficult, but you have the ability to hit sixes, so apply it.'"

Dube emphasized the need to adapt to the different conditions in the T20 World Cup, noting that his approach at the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League was not suitable for the pitches in New York.

Kohli's poor form has raised concerns among Indian fans, but his teammates remain confident in his ability to regain his touch. With three Super Eight matches remaining, Kohli has ample opportunity to prove his worth and help India secure a berth in the semifinals.

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