Virat Kohli’s hunger for runs has always set him apart. After a tough outing in the Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, he decided to fine-tune his technique. Scoring just 190 runs in five Tests, the star batter felt the need to make adjustments before the Champions Trophy. He turned to Sanjay Bangar, former India batting coach, for guidance. Kohli spent time at Bangar’s academy, working on his footwork and shot selection. This effort paid off when he played a match-winning innings against Pakistan, scoring his 51st international century. Bangar revealed that Kohli made subtle yet important changes, ensuring that he wasn’t too eager on the front foot. Instead, he let the ball come to him, allowing for better control and timing. Bangar noted an interesting shift in Kohli’s game against spin. Initially, he played more off the backfoot, reading deliveries carefully. Once he gained confidence, he started using the front foot effectively. This gradual transition was a key part of his improved batting approach. Speaking with the Times of India, Bangar said, "He (Kohli) waited for the ball to come to him. He really wasn't on the front foot all the time. He was willing to cover the infield as well. Against spin, what was good to see in the first half of his innings was that he was playing a lot off the back foot. Then once he got that confidence, he started coming forward. So, starting off the back foot and then gradually going on to the front foot was the plan.” Read also: Virat Kohli Nears 3000 Runs Against New Zealand in ODIs Kohli’s Batting Adjustments Impress Bangar Another adjustment was in his bat positioning. Earlier, Kohli’s bat would come down from the second or third slip region, which helped him play controlled strokes. Bangar emphasized that Kohli is a player who leaves no stone unturned in preparation. He knew he had to step up after the Australia series, and his body language reflected that determination. Bangar added, "When Kohli was in form, his bat used to come from the second or third slip area, allowing him to play more controlled shots. He is a guy who leaves no stone unturned as far as preparation is concerned. He knew that he had to step up (after the Australia tour). He brought that intensity to his game, and one could see it in his body language.” Bangar also advised Kohli to focus on the ball like a hawk, ensuring complete commitment to every shot. He believes Kohli’s hunger for runs remains strong, and given his fitness, he can continue playing at the highest level for another 3-4 years.