Virat Kohli made a spectacular return to One Day International (ODI) cricket, scoring an unbeaten 139 off just 88 balls in the opening match against the West Indies.
Though Kohli is nearly 38, the batter has been showing no signs of slowing down in ODI cricket. While his place in India’s squad for the 2027 World Cup is certain, the team management must identify a backup batter for the crucial number-three position. Here we take a look at three candidates who could serve as Kohli’s back-up in the World Cup squad.