In a must-win Test against New Zealand, Virat Kohli’s surprising run-out for 4 left fans and Ravi Shastri frustrated, as India closed Day 1 at 78/4 after a late collapse.
New Delhi: India are currently facing New Zealand in the decisive Test of their three-match series at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. In this must-win match, where India needs a victory to prevent a series whitewash, fans had high hopes that Virat Kohli would regain his form and deliver with the bat. However, his struggles persisted, as he was dismissed for just 4 runs, a dismissal that left fans stunned. Even former India head coach Ravi Shastri expressed disappointment over Kohli’s continued rough patch.
As Virat Kohli came out to bat, India had just lost two quick wickets in the closing moments of the day’s play — Yashasvi Jaiswal and nightwatchman Mohammed Siraj. Kohli’s dismissal was unexpected and unusual. He nudged the ball directly toward Matt Henry and set off for a single. However, the ball was far too close for a safe run, and Henry seized the opportunity with a direct hit, leaving Kohli well short of his crease.
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Legendary Indian all-rounder and former head coach Ravi Shastri, known for his close connection with Virat Kohli, expressed his frustration on commentary when the run-out occurred. Shastri described it as a needless dismissal, unable to understand Kohli’s decision-making in that moment. “What a waste of a wicket. Don’t know what was going through his mind,” Shastri remarked.
Ravindra Jadeja led India’s bowling attack with a five-wicket haul, while Washington Sundar supported well, taking four wickets as New Zealand were bowled out for 235. Will Young and Daryl Mitchell stood out for the visitors, each scoring a half-century. India closed Day 1 at 78/4, with Shubman Gill unbeaten on 31 and Rishabh Pant on 1. The hosts faced a late collapse, losing three wickets within two overs just before stumps.