Ryan ten Doeschate discusses calling out Virat Kohli's batting issues

Ryan ten Doeschate, former assistant coach for India, addressed Virat Kohli's struggles during the 2024-25 series in Australia. After witnessing Kohli's difficulties, including being dismissed eight times in slips, ten Doeschate felt compelled to intervene. He described the careful preparation it took to approach Kohli respectfully, ultimately leading to a productive conversation. The broader reluctance among coaches to confront star players due to evolving power dynamics was also commented on by ten Doeschate, who emphasized the need for open dialogue.

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