Virat Kohli’s performance in 2024 has been a significant topic of discussion among cricket analysts and fans, particularly due to a notable decline in his batting averages across formats.
Virat Kohli’s Batting Average in 2024
Test Matches: Kohli’s Test average has dropped to 24.53 which is the lowest among the “fab four” players and ranks him third lowest among those who have scored over 9,000 runs in Test cricket. His recent form has raised concerns, particularly as he has struggled to maintain consistency, with a significant dip in his performance compared to previous years when his average was consistently above 50.
One Day Internationals (ODIs): In ODIs, Kohli’s average for 2024 is strikingly low at 19.33, a stark contrast to his historical averages. He played only three matches, scoring a total of 58 runs with a highest score of 24 and no half-centuries or centuries.
T20 Internationals (T20i): Kohli has also faced challenges in T20s, managing an average of 18.00 across ten matches, with a highest score of 76 and just one half-century.
Indian Premier League (ODIs): Despite his struggles in international formats, Kohli found some success in the IPL, where he scored 741 runs at an impressive average of 61.75, including one century and five half-centuries over fifteen matches.
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Summary of Performance
Kohli’s overall performance in 2024 reflects a concerning trend for one of cricket’s modern greats. His averages across formats indicate a struggle to replicate the form that once made him one of the most feared batsmen globally. As he navigates this challenging phase, questions about his future in international cricket continue to surface, especially as he approaches pivotal series and tournaments.