Virat Kohli's Coach Eager for Star Batter's Comeback Against England

Rajkumar Sharma, Virat Kohli's childhood coach, is thrilled about Kohli's return to cricket as India prepares to face England in an ODI series. Sharma believes fans are eagerly anticipating Kohli's performance and encourages the team to move past their recent losses. He plans to attend the third ODI at Lord's and expresses hope for a strong showing from both Kohli and the Indian squad. Additionally, Sharma shares insights from the DPL T20 auction, highlighting key player acquisitions for the New Delhi Tigers. Read on for more details about Kohli's comeback and the team's future prospects.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 1, 2026, 21:54 IST

Anticipation for Kohli's Return

Rajkumar Sharma, who coached Virat Kohli during his formative years, expressed his enthusiasm for the star batter's return to the cricket field. Kohli is set to play against England in a three-match ODI series starting July 14, and fans across India are eagerly awaiting his comeback.

Coach's Excitement

During an interview at the Delhi Premier League (DPL) T20 2026 auction on July 1, Sharma noted that cricket enthusiasts are looking forward to Kohli's performance. He stated, "People are really excited, and the entire nation is eager to see him back on the field. Like everyone else, I am also looking forward to his return."

Plans to Attend the Third ODI

Rajkumar Sharma mentioned that he plans to be present at Lord's for the third ODI, hoping for a strong performance from both Kohli and the Indian team throughout the series. He remarked, "I will be at Lord's for the third match, and I sincerely wish for Kohli and the team to excel in all three games."

Moving On from the Ireland Series

India faced a disappointing 2-0 defeat in a T20I series against Ireland under the new captain Shreyas Iyer. Sharma encouraged the team to forget this setback, expressing confidence in their ability to rebound against England. He stated, "The Ireland series should be treated like a bad dream; I am confident India will perform well against England."

DPL Auction Insights

Discussing the DPL T20 auction, Sharma highlighted Himmat Singh as a key target for the New Delhi Tigers, praising his past performance and leadership. After retaining Prince Yadav, the franchise successfully secured Himmat's signing, which they deemed essential. He noted, "Himmat is a proven player, and we had to go for him. We managed to acquire about 80-90% of our targeted players during the auction."