Virat Kohli ruled out of India-Afghanistan ODI series with hamstring injury

Star Indian batsman Virat Kohli has been ruled out of the three‑match One Day International series against Afghanistan scheduled for June 2026 because of a hamstring injury. The series will be played in Dharamshala on 14 June, Lucknow on 17 June and Chennai on 20 June.

The injury was reported via social media and confirmed to PTI. Kohli’s absence is a major blow for Team India and has left fans disappointed, while selectors now face a decision on who will fill the crucial No. 3 batting slot, giving younger players a chance to stake a claim.