ODI World Cup 2023: 5 Players who can bat at number 4

1. Virat Kohli 

If we look at the record from 2000 onwards, Virat Kohli is the third-highest run-getter for India batting at number four after Yuvraj Singh and Rahul Dravid. It may look surprising to think someone who has made number three his own to don the next batting position as well. Earlier in his career, Virat was a regular feature at number four. His first World Cup century came there, special knock of 35 in the final and the Hobart storm of 139* - all batting two down. 

Though, Virat used to play quite often up till 2015, post that in his only two innings accumulated 23 runs at number four. But considering Virat's past records and adaptability, he's capable of batting number four. And among all the contemporaries, he's far more accomplished and dependable to bat. Considering his team spirit and passion, Virat won't mind if the team asks him so. 

This should be done only in extreme conditions. With Virat moving down, there's a void at number three. Then Gill should bat at the position, it won't make much of a difference to his opening game. And it also allows Ishan to bat where he's most comfortable.