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Cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar opened up on Virat Kohli's future in Test cricket after he failed to perform in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. Kohli who smashed an unbeaten century in the second inning of the first Test match unable to carry the momentum as he failed to perform in the five-Test match series against Australia.
Kohli's current form in the longest format of the game raises a lot of concerns about the star's future in whites. However, Gavaskar reckons that it’s ultimately the selectors' responsibility to determine Kohli’s future in the red-ball format. He emphasised the importance of looking ahead, especially considering who will be available for the 2027 World Test Championship final.
"As a non-decision maker, I believe it’s up to the selection committee to decide the way forward. Ajit Agarkar is someone who will make the right decision for Indian cricket. What I’ve been emphasising over the last 8–10 days is that we need to consider who will be available for the 2027 World Test Championship final. The new cycle begins with the England series in June, and it’s important to assess which players are likely to be around in 2027. " This should guide the selection process," Gavaskar exclusively told Sports Tak.
Kohli who holds a great batting record in Australian conditions just scored 190 runs in nine innings with an average of 23.75 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. Gavaskar believes that the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee will look to those players who will be available for the 2027 final and who will still be selectable.
"Ultimately, the selectors, led by Ajit Agarkar, need to look at who will be available for the 2027 final and who will still be selectable. As for this match, if India wins tomorrow, they still have a chance to make it to the World Test Championship final. " After that, the focus will shift to the England tour," added Gavaskar.
Gavaskar also passed a verdict on Kohli's dismissal in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. Knowing that the batter was dismissed 8 out of 9 times by nicking the ball outside the off-stump Gavaskar said that Kohli's dismissal is not a temperament issue it's a technical fault.
"It’s not a temperament issue; it’s a technical fault. He's so front-footed that when the ball bounces, he's unable to adjust, which leads to him hanging his bat outside the line and getting out. This flaw has become embedded in his technique, and on pitches with significant bounce, he will continue to struggle."
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