On the eve of the Champions Trophy final, Virat Kohli suffered a sudden injury during practice when a ball struck his knee. The impact forced Kohli to sit on the ground, and the team physio provided immediate treatment. Pain-relieving spray was applied to the injured area, and Kohli did not continue practicing afterward.
This injury news has caused concern among Indian fans, raising doubts about whether their ‘big-game player’ will be fit for the final. However, according to Indian media reports, the injury is not serious, and Kohli is expected to be ready to play against New Zealand in the final.
Kohli has been in outstanding form in this Champions Trophy, scoring one century and one fifty in four matches. His century came in the group stage against arch-rivals Pakistan, where he played a match-winning knock of an unbeaten 100 runs. His half-century came in the semifinal against Australia, where he scored a crucial 84 to help India knock out the Aussies.
However, Kohli has struggled against New Zealand in this tournament, managing only 11 runs—the lowest score of his campaign so far. Despite that, he remains India’s trump card for the final. If India has to chase a target, the ‘Chase Master’ Kohli could play a decisive role in securing the trophy.
