IND vs NZ: Virat Kohli's anger erupts, ice box gets the brunt after losing wicket loss during 2nd Test | WATCH
Fans were not the only ones frustrated; even Virat Kohli appeared visibly upset with his performance after losing his wicket in the second innings of the second Test.
Virat Kohli
The two Test matches against New Zealand have surely revealed the issues the Indian cricket team needs to focus on before travelling Down Under to face Australia. While the two losses will hurt India's chances of reaching the final of the World Test Championship (WTC), the poor form of senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have hurt fans even more.
Fans were not the only ones frustrated; even Kohli appeared visibly upset with his performance after losing his wicket in the second innings of the second Test at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. With expectations always high from Kohli, his lack of form led to significant criticism. After a solitary run in the first innings, Kohli started his second innings promisingly but could not sustain the momentum and ultimately fell short of making a significant contribution.
His innings of 17 runs off 40 balls, including two boundaries was cut short by Mitchell Santner, who had dismissed him in the first innings as well. Kohli attempted to defend a length ball that skidded off the pitch and was trapped in front of the wicket. Despite reviewing the decision, the umpire's call confirmed the dismissal, leaving Kohli frustrated. His displeasure with the umpire's decision was evident, and his anger escalated as he walked back to the pavilion, venting his frustration by hitting the ice box with his bat.
About India's loss:
Team India's impressive 12-year unbeaten streak at home in Test cricket came to a halt with a heavy 113-run defeat to New Zealand in the second Test in Pune. This disappointing performance sparked widespread criticism of the team's batting skills. With this commanding victory, the Kiwis secured a 2-0 lead in the series. India will now aim to salvage some pride in the third and final Test in Mumbai, starting November 1.
Updated: October 27, 2024 11:03 AM IST
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