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.

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,

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.

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.