Neck pain keeps Virat Kohli out of Ranji Trophy? Fans question the timing of the injury

Virat Kohli's misery seems to have no end. Currently, there is a debate on social media about whether the batter is faking an injury to avoid playing domestic cricket or if he truly suffered one. The modern-day legend was set to play for Delhi in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25, as the BCCI mandates domestic cricket for every national player.

The 'King' has been included in Delhi's probable squad for their Ranji match against Saurashtra, starting on January 23 in Rajkot. However, news broke out that he would miss the game after he had suffered a neck sprain during India's recent Test tour of Australia.

Virat Kohli's return to Ranji Trophy uncertain

According to a Times of India report, Virat Kohli reportedly sustained a neck sprain during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) and required injections to manage the injury. Some sources suggested the sprain occurred during the Sydney Test.

The former Indian captain has yet to make himself available for Delhi's upcoming Ranji Trophy 2024-25 match against Saurashtra, nor has he been officially declared unfit.

However, in light of the injury claims, Revsportz journalist contradicted the reports, stating that Virat Kohli did not suffer any injury. He posted on X: "Did Virat sustain a neck sprain in Sydney? Did he need any injections? Sources say there wasn't any injury in Australia."

Did Virat sustain a neck sprain in Sydney? Did he have to take any injections? Sources say there wasn¡¯t any injury in Australia.

¡ª ????? ?????? Rohit Juglan (@rohitjuglan) January 18, 2025

Fans unhappy with the timing of the injury

This revelation has stirred controversy, with fans questioning the true nature of Virat's alleged injury and whether it's just a cover-up to avoid listening to the BCCI's instructions. Some have even raised doubts about whether he believes he is above the game itself.

Virat Kohli (neck pain) and KL Rahul (elbow issues) are unavailable for the next round of Ranji Trophy ? pic.twitter.com/dWzQ8JzwpB

¡ª Paras (@parasVK) January 18, 2025

One netizen wrote, "Translation: Virat Kohli considers playing in Ranji Trophy matches a pain in the neck."

Translation: Virat Kohli considers playing in Ranji Trophy matches a pain in the neck. https://t.co/9cRuN0ud27

¡ª Sameer (@supersam5) January 18, 2025

Another wrote, "Virat Kohli will fly to the UK for neck pain treatment with family."

Virat Kohli will fily to UK for his neck pain treatment with family. https://t.co/4hZ8tVaysg

¡ª Kaleem (@yours_kaleem) January 18, 2025

One said, "I'm a Virat Kohli fan, but some of his decisions are 3rd class. When he spread the fake news, where was this neck pain? I assume the neck pain started in Sydney. These are bull$hit. Sorry to say, Rohit and Kohli must retire from Test cricket now, they don¡¯t have the hunger or urge."

I'm a Virat Kohli fan but some of his decisions are 3rd class. When he spread the fake news, where was this neck pain? I assume the neck pain he got from Sydney. These are bull$hit. Sorry to say Rohit and Kohli must retire from the test now, they don't have the hunger and urge

¡ª elea$ (@EleasAbu87691) January 18, 2025

While another stated, "Has the neck pain happened because of bowing down so much to that God Man, Virat Kohli?"

Has the neck pain happened coz of bowing down so much to that God Man Virat Kohli? https://t.co/NowzvcM77O

¡ª Hakai?? (@iamlilliput) January 18, 2025

It's unusual to see Virat Kohli having neck pain?? https://t.co/1Lg5pLjVCq

¡ª Abhas Chaubey (@AbhasChaub13) January 18, 2025

Not just Virat Kohli, even KL Rahul will miss the domestic tournament. Rahul has an elbow issue that is likely to keep him out of Karnataka's match against Punjab. However, several India stars will feature in the Ranji Trophy matches, including Rishabh Pant (Delhi), Shubman Gill (Punjab), and Ravindra Jadeja (Saurashtra).

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