Former Indian batsman Sanjay Manjrekar believes Australian bowlers will target Virat Kohli's recent batting struggles in the upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy. Kohli has managed a meager 488 runs in 25 innings this year,

Kohli has endured an indifferent run across all formats over the last few months, with the 36-year-old managing just one half-century and averaging only 21.33 across five Test matches against Bangladesh and New Zealand since the start of the year.

Following Kohli's scans, KL Rahul, who will open in place of Rohit, faced an injury scare on Friday after getting hit on his elbow during a practice session.

Despite a recent dip in form, Virat Kohli remains a focal point for the Australian media ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While acknowledging his struggles since 2020, Australian newspapers prominently feature Kohli,

Virat Kohli's career-worst form is at odds with his formidable touring record in Australia, and former India coach Ravi Shastri is backing one of cricket's greatest competitors to fire.

Virat Kohli will have a point to prove when India take on Australia in a five match Test series starting on November 22 in Perth. The former Indian captain has endured a rough patch on the field in recent times.