Shubman Gill warns Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli ahead of ODI series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 3:25 AM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
India secured a six-wicket victory over England in the first ODI at Edgbaston on July 15. Despite the win, captain Shubman Gill emphasized the need for experienced players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to improve after they both struggled with the bat. Rohit scored 11 runs before being dismissed, while Kohli managed just five runs in his return from injury. Washington Sundar and Axar Patel's impressive 102-run partnership helped stabilize India's innings. Gill indicated that continued experimentation with player combinations is crucial for the team's preparation ahead of the 2027 World Cup. The second ODI is scheduled for July 16 at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff.
- •India leads the three-match series 1-0 after the first ODI.
- •Rohit Sharma scored 11 runs while Virat Kohli managed only five.
- •Washington Sundar and Axar Patel scored 52 and 57 not out, respectively.
- •Shubman Gill advocates for testing different player combinations.
- •The second ODI will take place on July 16 in Cardiff.
- 3:25 AMYahoo Sports — Perform or perish! Shubman Gill fires warning to Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli as India set to try 'different combinations' ahead of 2027 World Cup
"Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli must pull up their socks after the Edgbaston failure.
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