[Watch] Aggressive Kohli, Rohit Return! India Greats Go All Out In Nets Before 1st ODI vs England
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are gearing up for 1st ODI [Source: BCCI]
India stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are leaving no room for mistakes as they prepare for the upcoming ODI series against England in Nagpur. With the first match set to take place at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium on Thursday, February 6 , both batters were seen giving their all in the practice nets.
A video posted by the BCCI on social media showed the duo in top form, playing a variety of shots—punches, flicks, sweeps, and powerful pull shots. The caption read: "Gearing up for the #INDvENG ODI series opener... in Ro-Ko style."
While Rohit continued his aggressive style from the 2023 ODI World Cup, Kohli played his usual elegant strokes, focusing on timing and precision.
Tough Test Season Behind Kohli and Rohit
The last Test season was forgettable for both Rohit and Kohli. They struggled to make an impact, especially during India’s tour of Australia and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which India lost 3-1. Rohit had a miserable run, scoring just 31 runs in five innings, while Kohli managed 190 runs in nine innings. Their poor form continued in domestic cricket as well, where they failed to score big despite returning to regain confidence.
Rohit, one of the three remaining members of India’s 2013 Champions Trophy-winning team, will be eager to get back to his best. Kohli, known for stepping up in crucial games, will also look to bounce back.
As they take the field in Nagpur, both batters know this series is more than just another set of ODIs. It’s a chance to prove they are still among the best. With the Champions Trophy coming up, their form will be crucial for India’s success.