Steve Smith and Virat Kohli have seen a noticeable decline in their Test performances in recent years. Their poor form has contributed to their teams struggling in major series. Australia won the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023 final, while India lost the two editions of the WTC final matches.
"For players like Kohli, Smith and Root, the decline isn't dramatic. It's a subtle-a shift in approach, a caution that replaces the instinctive dominance of their prime," Chappell wrote in an opinion piece for The Sydney Morning Herald.
Both India's and Australia's No. 4 batters have scored a century each in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 series, but both have faced challenges against the moving new ball. The Australian batter has scored 124 runs in three Test matches, while the Indian batter has scored two more runs.
Virat Kohli's Internal Battle is Clear - Greg Chappell
Greg Chappell stated that Virat Kohli is struggling to balance between attacking and surviving. The South Australian noted that Smith's decline is more mental than physical, as he has been struggling to maintain sharp focus during long innings.
"Smith's decline has been more mental than physical. Fatigue - both mental and physical - is a silent enemy. For Smith, maintaining that razor-sharp focus over long innings has become increasingly challenging. The weight of expectations from fans and teammates alike, only adds to the emotional toll," he added.
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