Nagpur: Star India batter Virat Kohli missed the first ODI against England at Nagpur due to a knee problem. The first ODI between India and England of the three-match series is underway in Nagpur. After winning the T20I series 4-1, India would be hoping to get their Champions Trophy preparation right with big games coming back.

India coach Gautam Gambhir said Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have much to offer the team despite their poor run of form in recent matches, stressing the veteran duo will play a key role in this month's Champions Trophy.

The BCCI wants Rohit Sharma to make up his mind about his future, while Virat Kohli is set to receive a longer rope.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has clarified that team India stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will have “massive roles” in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy event. Despite both players’ forms being under scrutiny, Gambhir spoke about the value that both players would bring to the Indian team.

Kevin Pietersen reckons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma still have a couple of years left in them and can continue to make India win.

Hosts complete innings and 19-run win over Railways on Day 3, but not enough to qualify for the quarterfinals.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has opened up on the role of batting icons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma at the 2025 Champions Trophy, which will be played in Pakistan and UAE. Gambhir also spoke about the format of the Champions Trophy and how his team will treat it.