2024-01-22 12:58:33
Hyderabad: Virat Kohli will not play in the first two matches of the Test series against England. BCCI informed that Kohli is absent from the matches due to personal reasons. A replacement has not yet been announced. BCCI responded on the X platform that everyone should respect Kohli’s privacy and not spread rumours. Kohli also did not play in the first match of the Twenty20 series against Afghanistan.
The reason for Kohli’s absence from the matches is not yet clear. Kohli had also spoken to captain Rohit Sharma about staying away from Test matches. The BCCI said in a statement that Kohli’s first priority is to play for the country, but his presence is also required for some other reasons.
“BCCI accepts Virat Kohli’s decision. Now is the time to support him. There is confidence that the other players in the team will be able to perform well in the series. “The Indian team needs support,” BCCI said. The Test series consists of five matches. The first match of the series will be held in Hyderabad on 25th.
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