[Watch] Virat Kohli drops a sitter at slips; gives Labuschagne a lifeline

Krrish Arora

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, known for his exceptional fitness and brilliant fielding skills in world cricket, surprised fans when he dropped an easy catch during the recent match. This rare slip from the star fielder sparked reactions across social media, as such moments are seldom associated with Kohli’s otherwise sharp performance on the field.

During the ongoing Test match between India and Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth, Virat Kohli yet again disappointed with his bat, failing to make a significant contribution to the team’s total. Known for his prowess in challenging conditions, the Indian batter got out cheaply for 5 runs in 12 balls.

Kohli’s early dismissal left fans and critics alike questioning his current form. This underwhelming performance has added pressure on the Indian batting lineup to step up against a formidable Australian bowling attack. Due to his failure, the Indian team only achieved a total of 150 runs in the first inning.

During the second inning, Virat Kohli, who is regarded as one of the best fielders in world cricket, dropped a sitter catch of Marnus Labuschagne. It was an extraordinary delivery by Jasprit Bumrah, which carried the edge by getting dropped in the end.

In the 3rd over, Bumrah dismissed the debutant opener Nathan McSweeney by trapping his leg before the wicket. In the same over, he bowled a good-length delivery to Labuschagne, who nicked the ball outside off-stump, and it flew quickly to Kohli’s right at second slip. For a moment, it seemed that the catch had been taken, but it slipped out of Virat’s hand in the end.

The fans couldn’t believe it when Virat Kohli, known for his amazing fielding skills, dropped an easy catch. As one of the most reliable fielders in cricket, his mistake shocked everyone, including his teammates and the crowd. People in the stadium were stunned, and social media was filled with reactions and discussions about the rare miss. It was a reminder that even the best players can have a bad day.

Fans react to Virat Kohli’s dropped catch

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