The barren run of skipper Rohit Sharma and the selection conundrum that a fit-again Virat Kohli’s return poses are the towering obstacles in India's quest for a series win against England in the second ODI here on Sunday.

India will aim to extend their lead in the three-match series against England in Cuttack on Sunday, aiming for a 2-0 lead. The focus will be on Virat Kohli’s return to the playing XI and Rohit Sharma’s performance with the bat.

The first ODI saw India cruise to a comfortable four-wicket victory with 68 balls to spare, thanks to a dominant performance from the batting unit. Gill led the charge with a fluent 87, ensuring an ea

Virat Kohli is healthy and ready to play against England in the second ODI, as per Sitanshu Kotak. Virat showed up for practice and is prepared for action.

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has confirmed Virat Kohli 's availability for the second ODI against England. Kotak provided an update on Kohli's fitness in the pre-match press conference while stating, "Virat Kohli is fit to play. He has come for practice and is good to go."

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Virat Kohli was not part of the Indian team in the first ODI against England due to a swollen knee. Kohli had trained with the Indian team ahead of the first match but didn't feature in the series opener in Nagpur.

Virat Kohli is fit to return for India’s second ODI against England in Cuttack. India’s batting coach confirmed Kohli’s availability on the eve of the match on Saturday. Kohli’s return will add depth to India’s batting lineup as they aim for an unassailable 2-0 series lead.

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India vs England 2nd ODI: India's star batter Virat Kohli will return to action for the Men in Blue on Sunday (February 9) against England in the second ODI of the 3-match series as he has recovered from his sore right knee. Kohli is fit to play, confirmed batting coach Sitanshu Kotak as per PTI.

Virat Kohli is fit to play the second ODI against England in Cuttack on Sunday after missing the first game due to a knee injury. India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak confirmed his availability on the eve of the match.