Vijay Hazare Trophy: Kohli, Rohit Absent; Delhi, Mumbai Win Despite Star Absences

• Virat Kohli (Delhi) and Rohit Sharma (Mumbai) were absent from the Vijay Hazare Trophy's third round on December 29.
• Both players were reportedly released from their respective squads for the matches.
• Despite their absence, Delhi defeated Saurashtra and Mumbai beat Chhattisgarh.
• Kohli previously scored a century and a half-century; Rohit hit a ton but also a golden duck.
• Rishabh Pant led Delhi, and Yashasvi Jaiswal was expected to return for Mumbai if fit.

Why It Matters: Delhi and Mumbai won their Vijay Hazare Trophy matches despite the absence of star players Kohli and Rohit.