After T20I Triumph, India Face England In ODI Series Ahead Of Champions Trophy

Much is at stake for India's two most senior batters, who have been struggling to find form, subsequently sparking retirement talks. Looking past their poor run in red-ball cricket, which included a forgettable return to Ranji Trophy last month, Rohit and Kohli last featured in ODI cricket in August, in the tour of Sri Lanka.

The India captain scored 157 runs in three innings at a strike rate of 141.44 in that series, while the latter had a much worse campaign with just 58 runs in three matches. However, Kohli and Rohit were at their best in the 2023 ODI World Cup, with the former having emerged as the highest run-getter with 765 runs at 95.62.

In addition to the three spin-bowling all-rounders, India have named five other bowlers, of which two are making a return from their respective injuries.