The Times of India

Kohli out, Jaiswal in: Former India cricketer calls it an 'embarrassment of riches'

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.