India's top batters, captain Rohit Sharma and former captain Virat Kohli, are both currently struggling in red-ball cricket. Their recent performances in the Border Gavaskar Trophy have piqued the interest of fans and commentators alike, with some even saying that retirement from the longest format is a viable option.

Former Indian cricket team coach Ravi Shastri has advised senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to return to domestic cricket. The recommendation comes after their dismal performance in the recently-concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Virat Kohli last played a Ranji Trophy match in 2012 while Rohit Sharma's most recent domestic red-ball game was in the 2015-16 season.

Ravi Shastri has strongly endorsed a return to domestic cricket for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after their horrendous run of form during the recently-concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Kohli and Rohit struggled to make an impact as India lost the series to the Aussies.

Former India captain and head coach Ravi Shastri strongly advised two batting stalwarts of Indian cricket, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli following their lacklustre performances in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Virat Kohli last played in Ranji Trophy in 2012, while Rohit Sharma has not featured in the tournament in the last nine years