3 Biggest concerns for Team India in 2026

Who is scoring runs apart from Rohit-Kohli in ODIs?

Another pressing concern lies in India’s ODI batting depth. The run-scoring burden has largely rested on veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who have been the team’s standout performers over the past year. KL Rahul has contributed in the middle order, but consistent support from the rest of the line-up has been lacking.

Frequent experimentation with players like Ruturaj Gaikwad and Yashasvi Jaiswal has yet to yield stability. Additionally, Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer must shoulder greater responsibility in anchoring the batting setup. For the Men in Blue to mount a strong challenge at the next marquee event, a more reliable and settled batting core beyond Rohit and Kohli is essential.