India, Jan. 9 -- Indian batting stalwart Virat Kohli has returned to the national setup and was seen in high spirits during a training session ahead of the series opener against New Zealand. Kohli, riding a rich vein of form, kept the mood light and playful, sharing laughs with teammates. The former India captain was particularly focused on Arshdeep Singh, playfully mimicking the left-arm pacer's running style, drawing smiles and laughter from those around. His quirky antics highlighted Kohli's lighter side off the field, showing that despite the intensity of international cricket, he still enjoys keeping the team atmosphere lively and boosting team camaraderie ahead of the high-stakes series.

A video of Kohli mimicking Arshdeep's bowlin...