Virat Kohli's career-worst form is at odds with his formidable touring record in Australia, and former India coach Ravi Shastri is backing one of cricket's greatest competitors to fire.

Following Kohli's scans, KL Rahul, who will open in place of Rohit, faced an injury scare on Friday after getting hit on his elbow during a practice session.

KL Rahul suffered an elbow injury during a practice match in Australia, raising concerns ahead of the first Test. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli had scans for an unspecified issue but is set to play. Kohli's recent form is under scrutiny,

Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar believes that Kohli has an idea of what Australian bowlers might plan for him and expects the Delhi-born to practice accordingly. He highlighted that in the last couple of series, Virat left the ball that was pitched outside off and played a drive on a couple of occasions.

Ravi Shastri backed Virat Kohli to hit peak form with the bat in Australia, saying the former captain will enjoy batting in conditions where he has had success in the past. Kohli averages over 50 runs per innings in Tests in Australia with six hundreds Down Under.

India opener KL Rahul left the field after being struck on the elbow by fast-bowling teammate Prasidh Krishna in an intra-squad match in Perth on Friday, while Virat Kohli emerged to bat despite injury concerns ahead of the test series against Australia.

Former India coach Ravi Shastri has advocated for the quick inclusion of pacer Mohammed Shami in the Indian squad for the Border Gavaskar Trophy to support pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. Shastri's suggestion comes after Shami's successful return to competitive cricket in the Ranji Trophy following a year-long injury layoff.

Virat Kohli will be the centre of attraction when India take on Australia in the five-match Test series. The 36 year old has had some fond memories in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and will be India's go-to man in the upcoming Test series.

Star India batter Virat Kohli underwent scans in Perth ahead of the team's match-simulation practice in Perth. However, the former skipper was declared fit and took part in the session.

Indian cricket star Virat Kohli underwent scans for an unspecified injury, causing concern ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While the injury's nature remains undisclosed, Kohli participated in a practice match,