Virat Kohli’s Participation in IPL 2024 Uncertain, Gavaskar Expresses Doubt:
Concerns Over Virat Kohli’s IPL 2024 Appearance:
As Virat Kohli withdrew from the Test against England due to the birth of his second child, speculations arise regarding his availability for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Fans of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are eagerly awaiting confirmation on Kohli’s participation. Renowned batsman Sunil Gavaskar expressed uncertainty, suggesting that Kohli’s absence from Test cricket might indicate a possible exclusion from IPL as well.
Gavaskar’s Views on Kohli’s Potential IPL Non-Participation:
During a program in Ranchi, Sunil Gavaskar shared his thoughts, stating, “Kya wo khelenge… Kuch karan ke liye khel nahin rahe hain, maybe ho mayo hai ke, IPL ke liye bhi na khel” (Will he play? He is not playing for some reason, maybe he won’t play in the IPL.). Gavaskar’s remarks have sparked discussions among cricket enthusiasts, raising questions about the star batsman’s IPL commitments.
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Praise for Dhruv Jurel’s Performance:
During the same event, Gavaskar praised Dhruv Jurel’s stellar performance in the fourth Test against England. Jurel’s contributions, including scores of 90 and 39 not out, played a crucial role in India’s victory. Gavaskar speculated that Jurel could excel for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2024 and suggested the possibility of him being promoted in the batting order.
Optimism for Mumbai Indians Under Hardik Pandya’s Captaincy:
Sunil Gavaskar expressed optimism about Mumbai Indians’ decision to appoint Hardik Pandya as the captain. He noted that this decision was aimed at allowing Rohit Sharma to play freely as a batsman. Gavaskar anticipated a successful season for Mumbai Indians under Hardik Pandya’s leadership, considering it a strategic move for the team’s benefit.
As uncertainty looms over Virat Kohli’s IPL 2024 participation, Gavaskar’s insights offer an interesting perspective, while attention remains focused on the official announcements from the player and the team management.
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