Will Virat Kohli follow Rohit Sharma's path? Find how Delhi cricket secretary responds!
Xtra Time Web Desk: Spotlight is on Virat Kohli once again as Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) secretary Ashok Sharma has called upon Indian batting star Virat Kohli to play in domestic cricket tournaments for Delhi taking inspiration from Mumbai players.
Ever since taking over the coaching role, Gautam Gambhir has always been vocal about India players participating in domestic cricket when not on national duty. Although there is no official confirmation from BCCI on this issue but the board has also instructed players to issue reasons for not participating in domestic cricket when not in national camp.
Interestingly India Captain Rohit Sharma who has been under scanner for his poor performance in recent times found practicing with Mumbai team. Although his participation in Ramji Trophy is still under clouds but his participation in practice session makes sense considering the seriousness of the matter.
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Sharma confirmed that Kohli and wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant have been named in Delhi’s provisional squad for the final two rounds of Ranji Trophy fixtures. The DDCA secretary expressed hopes of having both players in at least one of these crucial matches, ahead of preparations for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.
While talking to The Indian Express, he stated, "Both Virat and Rishabh’s names are in the probable list. The Ranji Trophy camp is underway. Virat should take inspiration from the Mumbai cricketers and play for Delhi in domestic cricket, whenever he is available. See in Mumbai, there has always been a culture where their India players turn up for Ranji matches whenever available. It is missing in the North, especially in Delhi."
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“The BCCI has also mentioned players should participate in domestic cricket. I feel Virat and Rishabh should play at least one game, but I don’t think they will," he added.
Will Virat Kohli follow Rohit Sharma's path? That's the question for now. According to sources, he is in Alibaug. As discussions continue, fans and analysts are eagerly waiting to see seniors like Rohit, Virat and Pant to be back in domestic keeping all the facts in mind.
