‘They have seen everything’- Ajinkya Rahane highlights value of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's experience

India's five-match ODI series against New Zealand follows the team's 3–2 T20I series victory over the same opposition. Shubman Gill will captain the side for the first three ODIs, while Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are returning to the format for this contest. Ajinkya Rahane has reflected on the significance of having both senior batters in the squad as the team prepares for the upcoming challenge. Rahane, who retired from all forms of professional cricket on July 30, 2026, emphasised how the presence of Kohli and Sharma strengthens India's squad structure.