Kohli: 'I'm not going to worry about expectations' as he outlines batting plans for ODI return against West Indies

Virat Kohli, after taking a break, is preparing to return to ODI cricket against the West Indies, according to a Times of India article published on 26 September 2026.

Kohli said, "I'm not going to worry about expectations," and said he plans to play more freely, aiming to balance performance expectations while stabilising his innings before moving to a bolder batting approach.

He also expressed confidence in Shubman Gill's leadership as India's ODI captain and emphasised the importance of Gill's long-term role.