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Is Virat Kohli Injured? Strapped Hand Sparks Speculations In IND vs AUS Semifinal

Debashis Sarangi

Virat Kohli gets his forearm strapped [Source: @kuchnahi1269083/X]Virat Kohli gets his forearm strapped [Source: @kuchnahi1269083/X]

Led by Rohit Sharma, India are currently taking on Australia in the high-voltage Champions Trophy semifinal encounter at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Amid the much-anticipated clash, India's legendary batter Virat Kohli grabbed the limelight due to a peculiar reason. 

Is Kohli Playing Champions Trophy Semifinal Despite Injury?

After Australian captain Steve Smith won the toss and opted to bat first, the Men in Blue kept the Aussie openers on their woes with their disciplined line and length. However, a concerning clip increased the headache of the Indian fans, as Virat Kohli was spotted strapping his right hand in the dugout. 

The incident occurred during the third over of Australia's innings when Travis Head and Cooper Connolly were batting for the 2009-edition champions. While Mohammed Shami was marking his run-up, Kohli was seen getting his forearm strapped in the Indian dugout. 

However, it's worth mentioning that the BCCI hasn't released any official update regarding Virat Kohli's injury. So, it's expected that the Indian star was getting his arm strapped to prevent himself from any injury while diving on Dubai's outfield. 

India Get Connolly Early; Head Gets Into Business Straightaway

Meanwhile, India have got an early breakthrough, with Shami dismissing Connolly for a duck. However, Travis Head has looked sublime in the middle, punishing the Indian bowlers with scintillating stroke-play. As of writing, Australia were 33 for one, with Head and Smith batting on 27* and 1*, respectively.