Virat Kohli takes a leisurely stroll in Melbourne with Anushka Sharma before Boxing Day Test

New Delhi: Indian cricket sensation Virat Kohli was recently spotted taking a leisurely stroll in the heart of Melbourne with his wife, Anushka Sharma, just ahead of the highly anticipated Boxing Day Test against Australia set to commence on Thursday. Their casual outing quickly caught the attention of social media users, as fans eagerly shared clips of the couple enjoying their time together. Kohli, who dazzled spectators with a century in the first Test, has faced criticism for a dip in form since then, raising concerns among fans and analysts. With the series tightly poised at 1-1, the Indian team is looking to Kohli to find his rhythm again, as his performance could be crucial in their push for a spot in the World Test Championship Final.

Virat Kohli And @AnushkaSharma Spotted Strolling On The Streets Of Melbourne.♥️#Virushka #INDvAUS #AUSvIND @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/bwIEnWpOSn

— virat_kohli_18_club (@KohliSensation) December 24, 2024

Enthusiastically commenting on the pitch condition at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Australian skipper, Pat Cummins, observed it as being pleasantly solid with a noticeable carpet of grass. He hinted this might serve as an advantage for spinner Nathan Lyon.

Given that both sides are neck and neck at one all, there’s a tangible sense of anticipation in the air as they prepare for the monumental Boxing Day Test. Whoever emerges victorious from this encounter will not only hold the key advantage in the series, but also inch that much closer to securing a coveted spot in the ICC World Test Championship final.

Pat opened up on the game in a press conference, commenting on the pitch he said, “Pitch looks really good, quite consistent to what it has here for the last few years, I think, you know, a bit of grass coverage, feels nice and firm, so they (curators) have done a great job here for, you know, probably the last five, six years, their pitches and I suspect the same this year.”

The skipper admitted, bowling under the scorching heat, where temperatures can soar upto 39 degrees, is indeed a tough task.