Manjrekar Urges Kohli to Play County Cricket Ahead of England Test Series

NEW DELHI, January 17, 2025 – Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has advised Virat Kohli to participate in the English County Championship to regain his form ahead of the crucial Test series against England in June-July.
Kohli, once a dominant force in red-ball cricket, has struggled for runs in recent outings against New Zealand and Australia, raising concerns about his readiness for the challenging English conditions.
Speaking on Star Sports’ Deep Point podcast, Manjrekar emphasized the importance of match practice in English conditions. “Playing county cricket will provide Kohli with valuable time in the middle and help him adapt to the swinging ball,” he said.
India and England are set to face off in a four-Test series, where Kohli’s performance will be pivotal to India’s chances. With his last visit to England in 2021 yielding mixed results, the former Indian skipper will be looking to rediscover his form and lead from the front.
The Indian team management is yet to comment on the suggestion, but Kohli’s fans hope to see him back at his best on the international stage.