Former India captain Virat Kohli was named in India's squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, with fans eagerly awaiting his return to international cricket. However, the latest reports from BCCI sources suggest that the veteran batter has not fully recovered from injury and has been ruled out of the series.
Kohli, who now only plays ODI cricket for India, was last seen in national colours during the ODI series against New Zealand in January. With nearly five months having passed since his last appearance, fans will have to wait longer to see him back in action..
Virat Kohli Ruled Out of Afghanistan ODI Series
According to reports, Kohli sustained a hamstring injury shortly after the IPL 2025 final against the Gujarat Titans. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru star played a match-winning knock, scoring the winning runs to help RCB lift their second IPL title and earning the Player of the Match award in Ahmedabad.
During the innings, Kohli appeared uncomfortable at times and was seen was seen stretching his hamstring while running between the wickets in challenging, humid conditions. The strain is believed to have worsened after the big final, ultimately ruling him out of India's upcoming ODI assignment.
Kohli Finished IPL 2025 Among Tournament's Top Run-Scorers
Kohli enjoyed another outstanding IPL campaign, delivering consistently with the bat throughout the season. He finished with 675 runs from 16 innings at an average of 56.25 and a strike rate of 165.84. The RCB opener ended the tournament as the franchise's leading run-scorer and the fourth-highest run-getter overall..
India's ODI series against Afghanistan is scheduled to begin on June 13. Further updates on Kohli's recovery and return to international cricket are expected in the coming weeks.
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