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Virat Kohli Set To Miss Rajkot And Ranchi Test, Mohammad Siraj To Return: Report
Virat Kohli: India batter Virat Kohli is poised to extend his absence from cricket, with indications suggesting he will miss the forthcoming third and fourth Tests against England in Rajkot and Ranchi, respectively, says a report.
Kohli's availability for the fifth Test in Dharamsala, commencing on March 6, a pivotal factor under consideration as selectors convene to finalise India's squad for the remaining fixtures as there is no response from Kohli, according to ESPNcricinfo.
Kohli's unexpected withdrawal from the initial two Tests, announced by the BCCI on January 22 citing "personal reasons," continues to raise eyebrows and speculation among cricket aficionados. Despite his brief rendezvous with the squad in Hyderabad before swiftly departing, the BCCI has remained mum on further elaboration, emphasizing Kohli's personal commitments warranting his undivided attention.