Virat Kohli finally broke his rare duck streak in style. The Indian batting icon celebrated his first run in three matches with a fist pump during the third ODI against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, and the moment quickly went viral.
Breaking the Duck Streak
On the first ball he faced from Josh Hazlewood, Kohli calmly took a single and celebrated like it was a milestone. The 35-year-old had endured two consecutive ducks — one in Perth and another in Adelaide — marking the first time in his illustrious ODI career that he failed to score in back-to-back games.
This single was more than just a run — it was a relief. Kohli glanced at Rohit Sharma and pumped his fist, drawing a loud cheer from the SCG crowd.
Emotional Ovation at the SCG
Kohli received a standing ovation as he walked out to bat, with many believing this might be his last international appearance in Australia. India are not scheduled to play ODIs Down Under again before the 2027 World Cup, making the moment even more significant.
Pressure and Speculation
After his first duck in Perth, fans expected a strong comeback in Adelaide — a venue where Kohli has five international centuries and an average of 65 across formats. Instead, he departed for another duck, raising questions about his future and sparking retirement buzz after he acknowledged the crowd with a glove gesture.
But in Sydney, Kohli’s reaction to his first run showed how much it meant. A big score here could give him a much-needed boost ahead of a crucial phase in his career.
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