Virat Kohli likely to miss Delhi's Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra! but why?
Xtra Time Web Desk: Virat Kohli is dealing with a neck sprain and could miss Delhi’s upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra. Delhi is all set to face Saurashtra in the sixth Elite Group D match from January 23 to 26 in Rajkot. According to a report, Kohli had a neck sprain, and he even took an injection to help against it. But his play for Delhi is subject to availability.
“Virat Kohli had a neck sprain and even took an injection for the same. There is a possibility of him skipping the first of the two Ranji Trophy games left, and a clear picture could come if the DDCA selectors are given an update," a source was quoted.
As per a senior DDCA official, Kohli’s name will most likely be added to the squad with “subject to availability" next to it.
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Kohli, who last played a Ranji Trophy match for Delhi in 2012, could train with Delhi teammates in Rajkot even if he doesn’t feature in the match.
The Delhi squad is scheduled to leave for Rajkot on Monday, January 20, and will have two training sessions before the match.
Star Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has already confirmed his availability for the Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra, and some DDCA officials are expecting him to take part in the team’s second match against Railways as well.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made it mandatory for all the Indian players to take part in domestic matches.
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“Participation in domestic matches is mandatory for players to remain eligible for selection in the national team and for central contracts, as per BCCI guidelines."
“Non-compliance may lead to disciplinary action as deemed appropriate by the BCCI. Additionally, the BCCI reserves the right to take disciplinary action against a player, which may include (i) sanction against the concerned player from participating in all BCCI-conducted tournaments, including the Indian Premier League, and (ii) deducting from the retainer amount/match fees under the BCCI Player contract."
