Why Virat Kohli got standing ovation in Adelaide despite scoring 0 in 2nd ODI vs Australia

India are currently facing Australia in the second ODI of the three-match series at the Adelaide Oval, aiming to get a win and remain competitive in the series. All eyes were on Virat Kohli after his disappointing performance in the first ODI where he scored a duck. Unfortunately his struggles continued and he was dismissed for another duck after just four balls, thanks to Xavier’s delivery. batlet. Although it was his second duck in a row, Kohli received a standing ovation from the crowd at what he had previously called his favorite place in Australia.

Taking a step back from T20Is and Tests, Virat Kohli now only plays ODI cricket and is expected to continue at least until the ODI World Cup in 2027. This series in Australia marks the last time India will tour the country for an ODI series before the mega event two years later. Therefore, this is likely to be Kohli’s last game in Australia, which could also be his last game at the Adelaide Oval.

VIRAT KOHLI GOES FOR THE SECOND DUCK OF THE SERIES!#AUSvIND | #GameOfTheDay | @BKTtires pic.twitter.com/jqIdvMeX9T

— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) October 23, 2025

In light of this touching moment, the crowd stood up to applaud Kohli despite not being able to score any runs. Kohli greeted his fans by removing his gloves and thanking the audience.

Surprisingly, Virat Kohli recorded two consecutive ducks for the first time since making his debut for Team India against Sri Lanka in an ODI match on 18 August 2008. This marks an unprecedented moment in his international cricket career.

Additionally, this is the first instance where Kohli has scored two ducks in a single ODI series. To put this in perspective, the ongoing series against Australia is the 75th ODI series of Kohli’s illustrious career.

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