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Virat Kohli out, Yashasvi Jaiswal in; former India cricketer calls it an 'embarrassment of riches'

Atul Wassan, former India cricketer believes Virat Kohli's absence from the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan could turn out to be a blessing in disguise for Team India. According to Wassan, the break will help manage Kohli's workload ahead of the 2027 ODI World

Virat Kohli out, Yashasvi Jaiswal in; former India cricketer calls it an 'embarrassment of riches'
Yahoo Sports — 7 June 2026
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Former cricketer Atul Wassan views Virat Kohli's absence from the Afghanistan ODI series as a strategic advantage. This break aids workload management for the 2027 World Cup and provides a platform for emerging talent like Yashasvi Jaiswal. Wassan believes preserving key players like Kohli and Bumrah is crucial for major tournaments, highlighting India's batting depth.

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