IND vs ENG: When Was the Last Time Virat Kohli Missed an ODI Match Due to Injury?

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This is only the second time on record that Virat Kohli has missed an ODI match due to injury. His fitness record is remarkable! The only other time he missed an ODI for India due to injury was in 2022, and coincidentally, it was also against England.

Back in 2022, Kohli was ruled out of the first ODI of a three-match series against England at The Oval due to a groin injury. Now, in 2024, he has missed another ODI against England, this time due to a knee issue.

A Crucial Series for India

Kohli’s return in this first ODI was highly anticipated, as it would have been the first time Team India played together at home since their heartbreaking loss to Australia in the ODI World Cup 2023 final. Fans were eager to see the team bounce back, making his absence even more disappointing.

This series is also important because it comes just days before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. India will play all their matches in Dubai, as the tournament is being hosted in Pakistan but will follow a hybrid model for India’s games.

Kohli’s absence is a big talking point, but his incredible fitness over the years proves why he is one of the most consistent players in world cricket. Fans will now hope for his quick return to the playing XI.

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