Ranchi, Nov. 28 -- Ahead of the first ODI against South Africa, India's bowling coach Morne Morkel expressed faith in the experience and quality of ODI-only stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, speaking of how he has had "sleepless nights" bowling to them.

The first ODI of three between India and South Africa at Ranchi's JSCA Cricket Stadium marks Rohit-Virat's first outing in India since the ODI series against England earlier this year, before the ICC Champions Trophy. The lack of ODIs has put question marks over their rhythm, match fitness and future with Team India. Rustiness in their batting was visible during the three-ODI tour against Australia away from home. While Rohit started with a single-digit score, had a resilient 97-bal...