Rahul Dravid Gives Important Update On Virat Kohli’s Selection For The Third Test – India faced an unusual challenge on their home soil as England, led by Ben Stokes, aimed to disrupt the hosts’ unbeaten Test series streak since 2012. After a surprising defeat in Hyderabad, India’s stars, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jasprit Bumrah, Shubman Gill, R Ashwin, and Axar Patel, countered England’s momentum. Jaiswal’s exceptional double century stole the spotlight. Bumrah’s fast-bowling brilliance and Gill’s long-awaited No.3 century contributed to India’s resurgence. Ashwin’s effective bowling dismantled England’s top order, securing a convincing 106-run victory in Visakhapatnam. The young Indian team successfully silenced critics, proving that chasing 399 runs in India is tough.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) made an official announcement, revealing that the former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli had requested a break from the first two Tests against England due to personal reasons. The BCCI urged everyone to respect Kohli’s privacy during this period and refrained from providing further details about the nature of the personal matter. Kohli’s absence from the initial matches raised eyebrows, especially given his pivotal role in the team.
As speculation swirled, former South African cricketer AB de Villiers shed light on the situation. De Villiers disclosed that Kohli and his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, were expecting their second child, leading to Kohli’s decision to take time off and be by his wife’s side during this significant moment in their lives. The revelation added a personal dimension to Kohli’s break, emphasizing the importance of family commitments even for cricketing superstars. Fans and well-wishers flooded social media with messages of support, congratulating the couple on their impending addition and respecting Kohli’s choice to prioritize family amidst his professional commitments.
Following the conclusion of the second test, India’s head coach, Rahul Dravid, broke his silence on Virat Kohli’s availability for the third test against England. Dravid, maintaining a diplomatic stance, suggested that the best source for information regarding Kohli’s status would be the national selectors. He emphasized that the selectors would be in a better position to provide insights into Kohli’s inclusion in the squad for the upcoming match.
Rahul Dravid Gives Important Update On Virat Kohli’s Selection For The Third Test
Dravid conveyed that the team management planned to connect with Kohli and gather relevant information about his readiness and availability. By deferring the question to the selectors, Dravid maintained transparency and indicated that the decision on Kohli’s participation in the third test was part of a collaborative process involving communication between the team management and the selection committee.
“It’s best to ask the selectors. Selectors will be in better position to tell you as they are going to announce the squad in few days. We will connect with him and find out,” Dravid said.
