Just a day before the highly anticipated match against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy, Team India underwent a rigorous practice session at the ICC Academy in Dubai. Virat Kohli, known for his dedication, arrived an hour earlier than many of his teammates. He started off strong, sweating it out in the nets, but his practice was cut short when he got hit by a ball on his leg. The incident prompted him to apply an ice pack to the affected area on the boundary line. However, in a relief to fans, Kohli returned to the field after a brief period, indicating that the injury might not be as serious as initially thought. Hopefully, this minor setback won’t impact his performance in the upcoming match.
The Indian team had an intense practice session on Saturday, with many players hitting the ground early alongside Virat. When the incident occurred, Kohli walked off the field but was back in action soon, easing concerns about his availability for the Pakistan match. Fans will be keeping a close eye on his condition, given his reputation for rising to the occasion against Pakistan. Kohli has an impressive record against Pakistan in ODI cricket, with 678 runs in 16 matches, including three centuries and two half-centuries.
Kohli’s ODI Career and the Road to 14,000 Runs
Virat Kohli is on the cusp of achieving another milestone in his illustrious ODI career. With 13,985 runs in 298 matches, he needs just 15 more runs to reach the 14,000-run mark. If he succeeds, he will become the fastest player to achieve this feat in ODI cricket, breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record. Tendulkar had reached this milestone in his 350th innings, spread across 359 matches. Fans are eagerly waiting to see Kohli not only overcome his recent form slump but also make history in the process. His performance against Pakistan could be the turning point, and all eyes will be on him as he takes to the field.