Virat Kohli's Injury Opens Door for Yashasvi Jaiswal in ODI Series Against Afghanistan
Kohli out, Jaiswal in; former cricketer calls it an 'embarrassment of riches'
The Times Of India
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Virat Kohli will miss the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury, providing an opportunity for young cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal. Former cricketer Atul Wassan views this as beneficial for managing Kohli's workload ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.
- 01Virat Kohli sustained a hamstring injury during the IPL 2026 final and will miss the ODI series against Afghanistan starting June 13.
- 02Yashasvi Jaiswal has been called up to replace Kohli, having previously scored a century in his last ODI appearance.
- 03Atul Wassan believes Kohli's absence is a chance to manage his workload effectively for the upcoming World Cup.
- 04Wassan emphasized the depth of Indian cricket, referring to it as an 'embarrassment of riches' with Jaiswal stepping in.
- 05Kohli is expected to be crucial for India's ODI tour of England beginning July 14, depending on his recovery.
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Virat Kohli's absence from the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, due to a hamstring injury sustained during the IPL 2026 final, has been viewed positively by former cricketer Atul Wassan. He believes this break will help manage Kohli's workload ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup and allow emerging talent Yashasvi Jaiswal to shine. Jaiswal, who last played an ODI against South Africa scoring a century, has been drafted into the squad. Wassan noted that Kohli's rest is akin to managing the workload of other key players like Jasprit Bumrah, emphasizing the need to preserve top athletes for major tournaments. He described the situation as an 'embarrassment of riches' for Indian cricket, highlighting the depth of talent available. Looking forward, Wassan stressed the importance of Kohli's experience for the ODI tour of England starting July 14, suggesting that his return will be beneficial for the team.
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Kohli's absence allows for the inclusion of Jaiswal, potentially strengthening India's performance in the ODI series.
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