Virat Kohli suffers injury ahead of Champions Trophy final

Indian cricket team’s star batter, Virat Kohli, sustained an injury ahead of the highly anticipated International Cricket Council (ICC) Champions Trophy final against New Zealand.

On Friday, during a net practice session at the ICC Academy, Kohli was facing fast bowling when a sharp delivery struck his knee. Following the impact, he immediately stopped his practice. The Indian team’s physio staff promptly attended to him, applying spray and bandaging the affected area.

Despite the injury, Kohli remained on the field and observed the rest of the training session. He also reassured his teammates and coaching staff about his fitness. Later, the Indian coaching staff confirmed that Kohli’s injury was not serious and that he would be fully fit to play in the final.

Meanwhile, New Zealand also faced a major setback ahead of the final. Their key bowler, 33-year-old Tim Southee, suffered an injury while taking a catch during the semi-final against South Africa.

The Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand will be played in Dubai on Sunday, March 9.