New Delhi, Feb. 20 -- Former spinner and India captain Anil Kumble believes it is time for India to implement its transition plans in white-ball cricket after the conclusion of the ongoing Champions Trophy and build a young team to compete in the 2027 ODI World Cup. Kumble was speaking on ESPNcricinfo's Matchday show.

On Thursday, India began its Champions Trophy campaign against Bangladesh in Dubai, with experienced stars including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami featuring in the playing XI.

Kumble feels head coach Gautam Gambhir would need to make "tough calls" irrespective of how India fares in the current tournament.

"You could say this is a very important tournament for a coach who has to make those t...