If 2018 was a significant year for India in Test cricket (overseas series against South Africa, England and three out of four Tests against Australia), this year could be a greatness-defining one for Virat Kohli & Co in one-day cricket. Sure, there will be 10 games against Australia (away and home) as well as a tour of New Zealand, but what's most awaited is the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019.

The May 30-July 14 tournament in the United Kingdom will feature 10 teams and each of them will view India as the side to beat. Unlike in Test cricket, the 2011 champions have a red-hot opening pair of Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan, followed by the captain and Ambati Rayudu. Kedar Jadhav will be part of the XI if he doesn't have any fitness issues. Then comes senior pro Mahendra Singh Dhoni, patchy form notwithstanding, will be welcomed in any side.