Virat Kohli has reclaimed the no. 1 position in the ICC ODI batting rankings, marking a significant milestone in a resurgence that has gathered momentum over recent months.
Virat Kohli says the mindset he has carried throughout his career - trusting his instincts and refusing to be passive - has driven him to become the second-highest run-scorer in One-Day international cricket, behind only Sachin Tendulkar.
Virat Kohli says he was never big believer in a lot of preparation, but would rather opt to make sure he is physically in the best shape, after scoring a century in the first ODI against the Proteas.
South Africa's tail wagged to keep them in the game all the way to the end but they ultimately fell 17 runs short of India's mammoth total in the first of three ODIs between the two sides.
India will be hoping the added experience Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma can give them a boost ahead of the three-match ODI series against the Proteas that starts in Ranchi on Sunday.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have returned to India's ODI squad for the three-match series against the Proteas, while KL Rahul will captain the team in the absence of Shubman Gill.