As of now, there is no official replacement of virat kohli, but the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has assured that a stand-in choice will be announced shortly.
India vs England Test Series
Indian cricketer stalwart virat kohli has opted out of the first two tests (India vs England) due to his personal reasons. India vs England test match is slated to commence on 25 January 2024 in hyderabad but as of now there is no official replacement of virat kohli for the first two test matches and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) assured that and will announce it shortly.
Kohli’s recent form in Test cricket is good, highlighted by his pivotal role in India’s drawn series against South Africa, the veteran has chosen to sit out the initial encounters. In the preceding two Tests in South Africa, Kohli showcased his prowess by amassing a total of 172 runs in four innings, including a memorable half-century.
Who Can Replace Virat Kohli In First Two Tests Matches Against England
Sarfaraz khan and Rajat Patidar (Image: Google)
Virat Kohli’s replacement for the upcoming first two Tests against England is being predicted, it may be with Mumbai’s Sarfaraz Khan or Madhya Pradesh’s Rajat Patidar emerging as they are top contenders. Both players have showcased their prowess in India ‘A’ performances, making them distinguished candidates for the coveted position.
Rajat Patidar recently left a lasting impression by scoring an impressive 151 runs against England Lions in an unofficial Test. On the other hand, Sarfaraz Khan exhibited his batting skills with a noteworthy half-century in the same game’s second innings.
The stellar performances in India’s unofficial Test against England Lions have elevated both Patidar and Khan as compelling choices for Virat Kohli’s replacement. Their recent form suggests they could bring vitality to the Indian batting lineup.
Adding to the speculation, seasoned Test batter Cheteshwar Pujara is also rumored to be in contention. With a wealth of experience, including over 20,000 first-class runs and 7,000 runs in Test cricket, Pujara brings a seasoned presence that could prove invaluable in the challenging series against England.
Updated Squad Players For First Two Tests Matches India Vs England
Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), KS Bharat (WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohd. Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Avesh Khan.
