Will Virat Kohli Skip IPL 2024? Here’s What Sunil Gavaskar Has to Say

Recently, the cricketing world has been abuzz with speculation surrounding the participation of Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli in the upcoming IPL 2024 season. The legendary Sunil Gavaskar has added fuel to this speculation with his remarks, leaving fans and pundits alike pondering over what lies ahead for the renowned cricketer.

In a recent interview with Star Sports, Sunil Gavaskar expressed his thoughts on the possibility of Virat Kohli withdrawing from IPL 2024. Talking at the Star Sports event, ‘Star Nahi Far’,

“Kya woh khelenge… kuchh reason ke liye khel nahin rahe hain, shaayad ho sakta hai ke IPL ke liye bhi na khele (Will he play… He is not playing because of some reason, perhaps he may not play in IPL as well,”

Interestingly, Kohli’s team, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), will play against MS Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the first match of the league on March 22.

Recently, Kohli also shared that he and his wife Anushka Sharma have welcomed a new family member, their son Akaay. While Kohli hasn’t officially talked about it, many believe he might have missed the current Test series because of his child’s birth.

While Kohli has been a stalwart of the IPL since its inception, his recent form and personal circumstances have raised questions about his availability for the upcoming season. As one of the most influential figures in Indian cricket, Kohli’s potential absence from the IPL would undoubtedly be felt by fans and teammates alike.

However, it’s essential to approach these speculations with caution. As of now, there has been no official confirmation from Virat Kohli or his team regarding his participation in IPL 2024. The cricketing world remains on the edge of its seat, eagerly awaiting further developments in this unfolding saga.

As fans eagerly await updates on Kohli’s IPL 2024 participation, one thing is for sure: the cricketing world will be watching closely, ready to witness the next chapter in the storied career of this cricketing legend.

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