Rohit Sharma expresses confidence in Virat Kohli addressing his off-stump issues, as Kohli practices diligently at MCG, facing quicks and side-armers while receiving feedback from teammates. The team remains hopeful for Kohli's resurgence in the upcoming Boxing Day Test with substantial fan attendance.
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