'The 50-over World Cup is still two and a half years away. It is very important to stay in the present.'
Dunith Wellalage denied Kohli an easy time on the very pitch
Virat Kohli bounced back in style to score a patient half-century against the Gujarat Titans.
India is looking to win the upcoming tournament for Virat Kohli like the batch of 2011 won it for Sachin Tendulkar, feels Virender Sehwag.
India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak dismissed the notion that the senior duo looked rusty, countering suggestions that their preparation had been insufficient.
'When Kohli made himself available for this Australia tour, I believe he will also be available for the 2027 World Cup.'
Following a disappointing return to international cricket in the first ODI at Perth, Virat Kohli spent a considerable time in the nets on Tuesday, firing some of his trademark shots during the Indian team's first training session ahead of the second ODI in Adelaide on Thursday.
The towering presence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the Indian ODI team can only help newly appointed captain Shubman Gill grow as a leader, said Axar Patel.
Earlier this week, the duo arrived in Perth with the first batch of the team and practised relentlessly in the nets.
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'We have lived together with love, presence and gratitude as a way of life, but this little one, Vamika has taken it to a whole new level!'
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The great Ricky Ponting expressed confidence in Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's abilities despite their poor showing with the bat in the first ODI against Australia on Sunday.
According to Dinesh Karthik, the Indian batting great is already plotting his path to the 2027 World Cup - training diligently during his recent break in London to stay ready for one final shot at glory.
'When I look at Rohit bhai, Virat bhai and the benchmarks they've set for themselves, that's where I want to head.'
'I've been missing @imVkohli a few times during this series, but never as much as in this Test match.'
While new young stars have emerged in Indian cricket in the last few years, none can match the monumental batting feats or the electric fan frenzy that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli command.
'One thing is for sure, Virat is the best player and best human being in Indian cricket history, respect.'
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Virat Kohli said he is 'feeling really free' mentally after producing another match-winning effort to help India clinch the three-match ODI series.
India will look to address several lingering selection puzzles when they take on South Africa in Ranchi on Sunday in the first ODI of the three-match series, where Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to the set-up for a short audition that could well shape their 2027 World Cup fate.
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The India Test and ODI skipper was seen shooting for an advertisement.
Former India all-rounder and head coach Ravi Shastri reflected on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's below-par showing in the first ODI against Australia in Perth.
'It might take a little time to find the right preparation rhythm to face the best bowlers in the world.'
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Rohit Sharma hit a century and Virat Kohli a bright 74 to drive India to a nine-wicket win in the third one-day international on Saturday
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Virat Kohli's passion and detachment from personal glory coupled with Rohit Sharma's humility and elegance will not just be etched in record books but will be engraved forever in the hearts of fans, feels former India head coach Greg Chappell.
Virat Kohli's batting a plus but lots of areas need improvement, says Shubman Gill
However, he is expected to be back in time for the first Test against South Africa, starting on December 26.
At 37, the numbers behind his all-format dominance reveal not just longevity but an unmatched hunger for excellence.
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