India and England are scheduled to lock horns in a five-match Test series starting from January 25. Both teams will face off in the quest to qualifying for the World Test Championship Final 2025.
The inaugural test of the five-match tournament will be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
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The news of the town has been star Indian batter, Virat Kohli who has withdrawn himself out of the first two matches of the series against England owing to personal reasons.
Virat Kohli's absence in the first two tests in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam could be crucial for England's chances in the series. The visitors have not won a series in India for over a decade. The last time England gained relevance on Indian soil was in 2012.
What did Michael Atherton say about Virat Kohli?
Former England international Atherton spoke about Virat Kohli's influence on the Indian team and the energy and aura Kohli carries onto the cricket pitch.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Atherton said,
I don't need to tell you how big he is about eyeballs on television and the columns in the newspapers. There is no bigger superstar in India than Virat Kohli.
He added,
I find him a fascinating batter and cricketer. He buzzes around with energy. The series is diminished by his absence. I am sorry that he is not playing, but is very easier for England now.
How will India do without Virat Kohli against England? 🧐 pic.twitter.com/u4KXLoK8gQ
— Sky Sports Cricket (@SkyCricket) January 24, 2024
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