As known, Virat Kohli is one of the most plentiful run-scorers in the history of international cricket. One of the hallmarks of a great batter is that he should score runs overseas and not just in home conditions. Notably, he has scored runs all over the world and has bettered in some of the toughest batting conditions in England, South Africa, and the West Indies.
Although he seemed to have constructed a special connection with Australian conditions. He somehow stocks his best when he is playing in Australia and transforms into a run-machine Down Under. He achieved this extraordinary feat during a T20 World Cup match against Bangladesh on November 2.
In 84 innings, Tendulkar scored 3,300 runs at an average of 42.85 on Australian soil. Kohli has now notched 3,350 runs in 68 innings at an excellent average of 56.77 in Australia. When it comes to a particular venue he seems to love Adelaide. Across 14 international innings at the Adelaide Oval, Kohli has bagged 907 runs at a mind-boggling average of 75.58.
Kohli’s prowess in Australian conditions, particularly in Adelaide, was on full display during India’s Super 12 clash against Bangladesh. Kohli scored an excellent 64* off just 44 balls as he fixed the Indian innings that was leaned by the early dismissal of skipper Rohit Sharma. He however poured about his love affair with Australia.
“As soon as I knew the World Cup was in Australia, I was grinning from ear to ear. I knew good cricketing shots would be the key. I knew the kind of experience and game awareness of having played in Australia will come in handy for the team. I love playing on this ground. Right from the nets at the back, as soon as I enter, it makes me feel at home. That knock at the MCG (vs Pakistan) was meant to be, but when I come here, it’s like I’m meant to come to Adelaide and enjoy my batting,” Kohli said.
