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India vs West Indies 1st ODI preview: Rohit, Kohli return as Gill's India begin World Cup build-up

Veteran mainstays Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are set to make their comebacks to the national fifty-over squad as Shubman Gill leads the country in the opening fixture of a three-match series against the Caribbean side at the Greenfield International Stadium on Sunday. Gill retains the captaincy role with KL Rahul serving as his deputy, while various established contributors and fresh talents join the touring roster for the upcoming campaign.

The visiting squad, directed by Shai Hope, aims to overcome a historically difficult stretch against the hosts, having failed to secure a bilateral series victory since 2006. Sunday afternoon's contest additionally provides the home side an opportunity to test different combinations and evaluate younger prospects as preparations for the 2027 global tournament get underway.

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