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[Saba Sports News] Amidst rumors regarding the health of Virat Kohli’s mother, Vikas Kohli, Virat’s brother, has come forward to refute these claims. Through an Instagram post, Vikas assured fans that their mother is healthy, asking for the public and media to avoid spreading misinformation. This clarification has brought relief to Kohli’s fans who were concerned after rumors circulated on social media.
Vikas stated on Instagram: “Our mom is absolutely fit and fine. I request everyone, including the media, not to spread such news without proper information. Thanks for your concern.”
This development coincides with Virat Kohli’s absence from the initial two Tests against England, prompting speculation about the reasons for his break. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has emphasized the importance of respecting the player’s privacy, noting that no official explanation was given for Kohli’s absence. Rumors also surfaced about Kohli and Anushka Sharma expecting a second child, though these remain unconfirmed.
Kohli, who sat out the first T20I against Afghanistan, returned for the following games and was part of the South African Test tour. The BCCI’s stance on privacy highlights the need to avoid unfounded speculation about players’ personal lives.
In a related update, India will face England in the second Test in Visakhapatnam starting February 2nd without Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, and KL Rahul, all sidelined due to injuries. Rajat Patidar replaced Kohli in the first Test, while Sarfaraz Khan, Sourabh Kumar, and Washington Sundar have been included to compensate for the absences of Jadeja and Rahul. Their absence presents a significant challenge for India in maintaining their series lead.