Cheteshwar Pujara analyses Virat Kohli's struggles against the new ball in the ongoing Gabba Test, suggesting his technique isn't suited for it. Kohli's success with the old ball in Perth contrasts with his recent low scores. Pujara highlights the need for a mental shift, urging Kohli to resist playing deliveries outside off-stump, despite practicing leaving them in the nets.
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Former Australian pacer Mitchell Johnson criticised Team India for using ineffective intimidation tactics against Australia's debutant players in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Johnson said the attempts to unnerve the rookies failed as two of them performed well in Australia's 3-1 series win. He emphasised the need for experienced players to guide newcomers in handling high-pressure situations.
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