Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma injury updates ahead of Afghanistan ODIs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 6:45 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
India faces uncertainty about the participation of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan. Reports indicate that Kohli is likely to miss the series due to injury, while Sharma's availability depends on passing a fitness test after a hamstring issue during IPL 2026. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not officially ruled either player out yet. If both are unavailable, selectors may consider younger players for the opportunity to play in their stead.
- •Virat Kohli reportedly set to miss ODIs due to injury.
- •Rohit Sharma's availability hinges on a fitness test.
- •BCCI has not confirmed injuries for either player.
- •Young batsmen may get opportunities if Kohli and Sharma are out.
- •Selectors previously considered resting veteran players.
- 8:39 AMYahoo Sports — Virat Kohli ruled out of ODIs against Afghanistan; selectors concerned about Rohit and Hardik’s fitness
- 6:45 AMYahoo Sports — Will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma play India vs Afghanistan ODIs? Latest injury update on Ro-Ko
"India's ODI squad for the Afghanistan series faces injury woes as Virat Kohli is likely out with a hamstring issue. Rohit Sharma's fitness also remains uncertain, with Ruturaj Gaikwad potentially called up. Clarity on player availability is expected after the June 6 selection meeting, which will also finalize squads for Ireland, England, and the Asian Games.
"India could be without both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 8:39 AMVirat Kohli ruled out of ODIs against Afghanistan; selectors concerned about Rohit and Hardik’s fitness
India's ODI squad for the Afghanistan series faces injury woes as Virat Kohli is likely out with a hamstring issue. Rohit Sharma's fitness also remains uncertain, with Ruturaj Gaikwad potentially called up. Clarity on player availability is expected after the June 6 selection meeting, which will also finalize squads for Ireland, England, and the Asian Games.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 6:45 AMWill Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma play India vs Afghanistan ODIs? Latest injury update on Ro-Ko
India could be without both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan.
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