• Virat Kohli to Take Break from T20Is, Will Continue to Play Tests and ODIs: Reports

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    Virat Kohli to Take Break from T20Is, Will Continue to Play Tests and ODIs: Reports
    While Kohli's availability for selection is not yet known, it is expected that the 34-year-old would not participate in any T20I matches before the IPL 2023.

    Digital Desk: Virat Kohli may take a break from the T20 format of international cricket, it has been learned, which is shocking news ahead of India's selection announcement for the home T20I Series against Sri Lanka. The right-handed batter would only concentrate on Test and ODI matches, according to reports, though there has been no official confirmation of this.
     
    "Yes, Virat has stated that he will not be playing in the T20s. He'll be back for the ODI tournament. If he is taking a break from T20Is, that is unknown at this time. But he will undoubtedly be included in the significant series' planning. Rohit's situation appears difficult, therefore, we don't want to rush his return. In due course, it will be decided whether he is fit. While batting, he can't take the chance of feeding "InsideSport was informed by a senior BCCI official.
     
    While Kohli's availability for selection is not yet known, it is expected that the 34-year-old would not participate in any T20I matches before the IPL 2023.
     
    The upcoming T20I series against Sri Lanka will also be missed by Rohit Sharma, who is still dealing with the consequences of his thumb injury. KL Rahul won't play in the Sri Lanka T20Is either, thus Hardik Pandya will likely take over as captain in their place.
     
    The Chetan Sharma-led selection committee, which was sacked, is expected to announce India's T20I team for the home series against Sri Lanka later today.On January 3, 2023, the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai will host the opening game of the three-match series. The other two games are slated for January 5 and January 7, with Rajkot and Pune, respectively. All three games will begin at 7 o'clock (IST).