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Are Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli available for the series?
Sep 25, 2026 · sports · 3 sources · AI-assisted summary, sources cited below
Where the coverage splits
Key players unavailable — 1 outlet
Firstpost claims important Indian players are absent and leadership is in doubt.
Firstpost · Sep 26, 2026
India faces challenges ahead of World Cup with key players unavailable
Rohit and Kohli return — 2 outlets
India Today and News18 affirm that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are back in the squad for the series.
India Today · Sep 26, 2026
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Return as India Prepares for West Indies ODIs
News18 · Sep 27, 2026
India vs West Indies 1st ODI: Kohli, Rohit Return for World Cup Push, Toss at 1:30 PM
What the facts support
- The India vs West Indies ODI series starts on September 27, 2026 in Thiruvananthapuram.
- It is a three‑match series and part of India's preparation for the 2027 World Cup.
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