India Begins Road Map to 2027 ODI World Cup Against West Indies
India opens its World Cup buildup with a three-match ODI series as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma chase major batting milestones.
- India hosts the West Indies for a three-match ODI series beginning on Sunday at Greenfield Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, marking critical preparation for the ICC World Cup 2027.
- Virat Kohli needs 51 runs to reach 15,000 ODI runs, while Rohit Sharma requires 105 to touch 12,000. Both veterans batted fluently for 20 minutes at the nets on Friday.
- Bowling coach Morne Morkel emphasized developing Nitish Kumar Reddy's all-rounder skills, saying "Luckily we do have a bit of time now" to manage the 23-year-old's growth effectively.
- West Indies faces significant challenges from recent series losses against New Zealand and Sri Lanka. Cricket West Indies also announced a 25 per cent pay cut to bring in "financial stability."
- India will play 14 to 20 ODIs before the World Cup, seeking a settled 15-player squad to compete in South Africa. Squad rotation and strategy assessment remain central to these preparations.
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