NEW DELHI: As Team India begins its final preparations for the Champions Trophy, the three-match ODI series against England, starting Thursday, holds immense significance. With just weeks to go before the tournament in Pakistan and Dubai, Team India faces key questions regarding the form and fitness of its senior players, particularly captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
Both stalwarts, who played pivotal roles in India's 2023 World Cup campaign, have struggled in Tests since the final. Their underwhelming performances in the Ranji Trophy last month only added to concerns about their form. While Rohit managed two fifties in the ODI series against Sri Lanka, Kohli failed to make an impact. The England series presents an opportunity for both to regain rhythm in the format where they have historically excelled.
