India faced a heart-stopping moment when Virat Kohli took a blow to his knee during net practice, days before Sunday’s Champions Trophy final against New Zealand.
GeoTV reports the star batsman, struck by a pacer, halted batting but is cleared to play, easing fears for fans craving a title after 12 years. The Kohli Injury Update looms as India preps for Dubai’s big clash.
Indian cricket team’s star batter, Virat Kohli, sustained an injury ahead of the highly anticipated International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy final against New Zealand.
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— The Current (@TheCurrentPK) March 8, 2025Kohli, India’s batting backbone, has dazzled with 217 runs in four matches highlighted by an unbeaten 100 against Pakistan and an 84 in the semi-final versus Australia.
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Despite missing an England ODI earlier due to a knee niggle, he’s “fit” for Sunday’s 2:30 PM IST showdown (toss at 2:00 PM). India’s squad is otherwise intact, though Harshit Rana might replace Kuldeep Yadav in the XI, tweaking the pace-spin mix. The Kohli Injury Update keeps nerves on edge.
Virat Kohli suffers a knee injury in nets, but the Indian coaching staff says he'll be fit for the Champions Trophy final vs NZ. [Geo News]
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— Akshat Om (@AkshatOM10) March 8, 2025Across the pitch, New Zealand grapples with doubt—pacer Matt Henry’s shoulder, hurt against South Africa, isn’t a sure bet. “He’s sore we’re hopeful,” coach Gary Stead said. Both teams, tied 1-1 in past Champions Trophy face-offs, vie for glory. Will Kohli’s knee hold, or Henry’s arm falter? The Kohli Injury Update sets the stage for a thriller.
