The 1983 World Cup winner explains what India was most lacking in Headingley without Viratkoli – vs ind, Test Series

India5 wickets defeat England In his first Test at Headingley, he sparked a strong response from a former cricketer at the 1983 World Cup winner Madhan Lal Participate in a chorus of criticism.

Virat Kohli’s absence exposed two major gaps in Headingley

The key topics of post-match discussions are: Virat Kohli With his retirement, strength and leadership on the field was seen as critically lacking due to India’s lack of efforts on day 5. Visiting social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Madanral captured many of the emotions in a concise way. “We missed the passion and strength that Virat Kohli brought to the game. RaviShastri was right.”

We missed the passion and intensity that Virat Kohli brought to the game. Rabbi Shastri was right.

– Madanlal (@madanlal1983) June 24, 2025

His comments reflect that of a former Indian head coach Rabbi Shastriwhich had previously pointed out on air during the first match that India had no one with Kohli’s intense presence and offensive energy. Shastri was emphasized in the commentary, “India needs someone to do Kohli’s job, someone who can be in the face of opposition. Someone has to specify that role or give it that role. No one can do that at this time.

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Sloppy fielding and lower order collapse cost Headingley’s India

India fell into a 5-wicket defeat that lost morale against England in the first Test at Leeds Headingley under the new captain Schubman Gill. Despite five Indian mukalion, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishab pantscollapses from 430/3 to 471 and from 333/4 to 364 to 364 in both innings allowed England to remain in the contest. The biggest disappointment was Fielding, India dropped seven catches, with only Jaiswal spilling four and three bumraoffs. England chased India’s second biggest failure to defend its fourth target, 371, led by Duckett’s 149 and Root’s unbeaten 53. Apart from Indian bowling Jasprit Bumrahit looked flat and uninspired. Several fans also said Kohli’s absence was not just about running on the bat, but also about the fire and tenacity he brought to the entire team.

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