'Brett Lee Goes Unfiltered: Virat Kohli's 90 Runs in Test Series Against Kiwis - Does It Really Matter?'

Lee expressed confidence in Kohli's ability to bounce back from his current form slump, stating that the experienced batter possesses an "Australian mentality" and doesn't back down from a challenge.

“He’s got an Australian mentality, a never-say-die attitude. He doesn’t mind getting into a scrap. He doesn’t mind having a crack,” Lee told Fox Cricket.

“There has been a lot of conjecture around his form recently, but I’m not worried about that. I know with Kohli, he’s got the experience underneath his belt.

“He may have only got 90 runs in the three-Test series against the Kiwis, but who cares? When he comes out here, he has a great record in Australia.”

For the first time in nearly a decade, Virat Kohli finds himself outside the top 20 of the ICC Test batting rankings, marking a significant dip in a career otherwise defined by dominance. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy, however, presents an ideal platform for the Indian stalwart to silence critics and rediscover his magic in the longest format. Kohli’s recent struggles have raised concerns, but his ability to rise on the biggest stages makes him a perennial threat, particularly in high-stakes series against Australia.

Australia has been Kohli’s preferred hunting ground in Test cricket, with the right-hander amassing 1352 runs at an impressive average of 54.08. His tally of six centuries on Australian soil is unmatched by any Indian player, highlighting his pedigree in challenging conditions.

As India gear up for another fierce chapter in their rivalry with Australia, Kohli’s knack for delivering under pressure could once again define the series, offering him a chance to rejuvenate his faltering Test career and reestablish himself among the elite.