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Xtra Time Web Desk : Legendary Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram shared insights into Virat Kohli’s chase strategy while commentating on the Pakistan vs Ireland game in the T20 World Cup 2024. As Pakistan struggled with their chase, losing six wickets for 62 runs in pursuit of a modest target of 107, Akram shed light on a conversation he had with Kohli about his approach to batting under pressure.

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Kohli’s strategy, as revealed by Akram, emphasizes adaptability based on the pitch conditions. “I bat according to the wicket. If it’s a flat wicket I know I have to hit boundaries. If it’s a difficult wicket to bat on, I know I have to take twos to take the strike. I don’t plan anything beforehand. Once I’m on the crease, then I decide what I have to do according to the situation,” Kohli had explained to Akram.

This approach highlights Kohli’s meticulous and situational awareness, setting him apart as one of the best chasers in the game. Listening to Akram’s comments, fellow commentator Harsha Bhogle pointed out that maintaining such a strategy requires exceptional fitness. "A player has to be as fit as Kohli to regularly run twos in T20 cricket, which is mostly unheard of in the format," Bhogle remarked.

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Akram's revelation provided a fascinating glimpse into the mindset of a modern-day cricketing legend, offering valuable lessons for players and fans alike. Kohli's approach to batting, combining physical fitness with tactical acumen, continues to set benchmarks in the world of T20 cricket.