Team India assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak assured that star India batter Virat Kohli’s back injury is unlikely to be a concerning factor after their stunning win in the first ODI against South Africa. However, Kohli was struggling towards the end of the innings with his back and had sought treatment from the physios as well at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi on Sunday, November 30 as well. Notably, Virat Kohli scored a 120-ball 135.

However, Sitanshu Kotak provided an update on his health in the post-match press conference (via BCCI).

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“I think his back is okay, as much as I know. He is fine,” the assistant coach said as well.

However, Virat Kohli was adjudged player of the match for his scintillating hundred, and he also explained how his fitness and recovery are even more crucial considering that he is only playing ODIs.

“I came a few days back and I’m 37 so I also need to look after recovery. I visualize myself being intent and sharp. I’m just playing one format of the game now. If you have played so much cricket in the last 15-16 years, your reflexes are always there. You can bat long in the nets and then eventually you still have it in you,” Virat Kohli said during the post-match presentation.