Here's a detailed summary of the news about Virat Kohli's injury:
Virat Kohli Ruled Out of First ODI Against England Due to Knee Injury
India's star batter Virat Kohli has been ruled out of the first ODI against England in Nagpur due to a knee injury he sustained on the eve of the match. Kohli injured his right knee while training on Wednesday evening, and the injury was diagnosed on the eve of the series opener. As a result, he was unable to play in the match.
Replacement and Team Changes
- Yashasvi Jaiswal made his ODI debut, replacing Kohli in India's XI.
- Harshit Rana, a bowling-allrounder, was also handed his ODI debut.
- Shubman Gill was moved to bat at No. 4, while Shreyas Iyer was slotted to bat at No. 3.
Kohli's Condition and Impact:
- Kohli was seen warming up before the toss, but he appeared to be in discomfort and was wearing a knee strap.
- This is the first time Kohli has missed an ODI due to injury since July 2022, when he picked up a groin injury.
- Kohli's absence is a significant setback for India, especially as they prepare for the upcoming Champions Trophy.
Captain's Statement
- India captain Rohit Sharma confirmed Kohli's injury at the toss and expressed hope that Kohli would recover soon.
Team Lineup
- Rohit Sharma (captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami.
It's unfortunate for Kohli and the team, but it's also an exciting opportunity for the debutants. Do you think Jaiswal and Rana will be able to make an impact in their first ODI?