As India prepares for their second Test match against Bangladesh at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur, the spotlight briefly shifted to a young net bowler, Jamshed Alam. The 22-year-old fast bowler made headlines after he bowled to one of the world’s greatest cricketers, Virat Kohli, during a practice session and managed to dismiss him twice in 24 balls.
Jamshed Alam Shines in Practice with Kohli
It is every bowler’s dream to take Virat Kohli’s wicket, and for Jamshed Alam, this dream came true during practice. Kohli faced 24 deliveries from Jamshed, during which the young bowler troubled him with his pace and outswingers. Jamshed, bowling at a speed of around 135 kmph, managed to dismiss Kohli twice, much to the surprise of everyone present.
Kohli, who has been struggling with form lately, was clearly impressed by the young bowler’s performance. After getting out twice, Kohli even took a moment to appreciate Jamshed’s bowling. The net bowler later revealed that Kohli asked for his age and encouraged him to keep working hard.
A Learning Moment for Jamshed Alam
Speaking about his experience, Jamshed said, “I bowled four overs to Virat Kohli, and I got him out twice. The pitch was helpful for fast bowlers, which worked in my favor. I was thrilled when Virat appreciated my bowling.” Such recognition from a player of Kohli’s caliber can be a huge boost for a young bowler like Jamshed, who is hoping to make a name for himself in Indian cricket.
Concerns Over Kohli’s Form Ahead of Kanpur Test
While Jamshed’s performance was a personal highlight, it also reflected concerns regarding Virat Kohli’s current form. Kohli struggled in the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai, where he scored only 6 and 17 runs in the two innings. With Team India looking to take a strong step towards the final of the World Test Championship (WTC), Kohli’s lack of runs remains a talking point ahead of the Kanpur Test.
Team India has already won the first Test comfortably, but the focus remains on Virat Kohli as he prepares for the second Test, hoping to regain his form.
Will Kohli Bounce Back?
Despite his recent struggles, Virat Kohli remains a key player for India. With the young Jamshed Alam pushing Kohli in practice, it will be interesting to see if this challenging session serves as motivation for the Indian skipper to bounce back in the upcoming match.
