Virat Kohli is cleared to rejoin India’s One‑Day International side for the three‑match series against England in July, pending fitness checks. The 37‑year‑old missed the recent 3‑0 white‑ball win over Afghanistan after sustaining a hamstring injury in the IPL final, where he scored an unbeaten 75. His comeback is slated for the crucial first ODI at Edgbaston on July 14 as part of the England tour.

India named a 15‑man squad that includes captain Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, and Kohli, with all‑rounders Axar Patel and Washington Sundar. Young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was omitted despite a century against Afghanistan, while bowler Harshit Rana returns from his own injury layoff. The remaining fixtures are at Sophia Gardens on July 16 and Lord’s on July 19, significant for rankings.

Kohli’s return bolsters a batting line‑up that already boasts Rohit, KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan, giving India a stronger platform for the English conditions. With pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and spin option Kuldeep Yadav unchanged, the side retains balance ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup. The series will test whether India can translate home dominance into success on foreign soil.