It’s possible that Virat Kohli had different expectations for his own performance. In the current T20 World Cup 2024, the hitter has been finding it difficult to score runs at the bat, but Indian Head Coach Rahul Dravid thinks he may be storing the major blow for the final match against South Africa.

After defeating England, the reigning champions, by 68 runs, the Indian team guaranteed their place in the championship match.

Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, the spin pair, went wild with the ball to secure the victory. Rohit Sharma, the captain, and Suryakumar Yadav were the best batsmen.

Reece Topley removed Kohli for barely nine runs per delivery, extending his run of poor batting performances and raising doubts about whether he ought to return to the number three position. After leading the Indian Premier League in runs scored in 2024, the superstar was in scorching form, and many believed that this may be his moment to take the starting wickets for the Indian T20I team.

This has not been the case, as Kohli has scored 75 runs in total over his seven games played—a far cry from his typical output. However, Dravid is unconcerned with his recent run of poor performances and went on to express gratitude for his increased aggressiveness and willingness to take chances in an attempt to take advantage of the fielding constraints in the opening six overs.

“You know with Virat, the thing is, when you play a slightly high-risk brand of cricket there can be times when it doesn’t come off,” Dravid said after the match against England.

Even today, I felt he set the tone with a solid six, but he was unfortunate that the ball seemed to seam a little bit more. However, I like the goal and the method he used. If he’s willing to do it, it also sets a positive example for the group.

The Indian head coach, who has a cheeky suggestion that he could be keeping it for the final, when India would really need it, still feels that Kohli has a lot more in him.

And for some reason, I don’t want to ruin it, but I believe a huge one is about to happen. I believe he deserves it because of his dedication to the game and his great demeanor.

As they prepare to play South Africa for the championship, the Indian squad has a very rapid turnover. The game is scheduled to take place on Saturday at Barbados’ Kensington Oval.

As they prepare to play South Africa for the championship, the Indian squad has a very rapid turnover. The game is scheduled to take place on Saturday at Barbados’ Kensington Oval.