The conversation around Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma being part of 2027 ODI World Cup is growing louder with each passing day. The duo is currently in Australia for the three-ODI series which starts October 19 in Perth. It is the first time both the players will be playing an international match since India's title winning Champions Trophy 2025 campaign. Both of them retired from Test cricket earlier this year after announcing their retirement from T20Is following last year's T20 World Cup win. There are still nearly two years left before the world cup and BCCI chief selector isn't willing to guarantee a place for them.<h2>Agarkar denies confirming Virat-Kohli as automatic pick for 2027 ODI World Cup</h2>"Two years from now, it is difficult to say what the situation will be. Who knows, there can be younger players who will take the spot. Both are great players, and they will not be put to the test in every match. Once they start playing, we will assess the situation. It is about winning trophies, not just runs. It is not like if they score three hundreds in the Australia series, they will play the World Cup in 2027. We have to take the situation into consideration," said the India chief selector at an event on Friday (Oct 17).Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ex-australia-batter-matthew-hayden-has-an-opinion-on-kohli-focusing-on-2027-odi-world-cup-1760709965469">Ex-Australia batter Matthew Hayden has an opinion on Kohli 'focusing on 2027' ODI World Cup</a><h2>India vs Australia tour details and squad for ODIs</h2>India ODI squad vs Australia: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi JaiswalIndia vs Australia ODI schedule: 1st ODI on Oct 19 (Perth), 2nd ODI on Oct 23 (Adelaide), 3rd ODI on Oct 25 (Sydney)

Both of them retired from Test cricket earlier this year after announcing their retirement from T20Is following last year's T20 World Cup win. There are still nearly two years left before the world cup and BCCI chief selector isn't willing to guarantee a place for them.

The conversation around Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma being part of 2027 ODI World Cup is growing louder with each passing day. The duo is currently in Australia for the three-ODI series which starts October 19 in Perth. It is the first time both the players will be playing an international match since India's title winning Champions Trophy 2025 campaign. Both of them retired from Test cricket earlier this year after announcing their retirement from T20Is following last year's T20 World Cup win. There are still nearly two years left before the world cup and BCCI chief selector isn't willing to guarantee a place for them. Agarkar denies confirming Virat-Kohli as automatic pick for 2027 ODI World Cup "Two years from now, it is difficult to say what the situation will be. Who knows, there can be younger players who will take the spot. Both are great players, and they will not be put to the test in every match. Once they start playing, we will assess the situation. It is about winning trophies, not just runs. It is not like if they score three hundreds in the Australia series, they will play the World Cup in 2027. We have to take the situation into consideration," said the India chief selector at an event on Friday (Oct 17). Also Read - Ex-Australia batter Matthew Hayden has an opinion on Kohli 'focusing on 2027' ODI World Cup India vs Australia tour details and squad for ODIs India ODI squad vs Australia: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal India vs Australia ODI schedule: 1st ODI on Oct 19 (Perth), 2nd ODI on Oct 23 (Adelaide), 3rd ODI on Oct 25 (Sydney)

Both of them retired from Test cricket earlier this year after announcing their retirement from T20Is following last year's T20 World Cup win. There are still nearly two years left before the world cup and BCCI chief selector isn't willing to guarantee a place for them.

Kohli, Rohit not automatic pick for 2027 ODI World Cup even 'if they score three hundreds' in Australia, says BCCI chief selector Agarkar

Virat Kohli's participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup might be depended in his form over the next two years as per India selectors but former Australia batter Matthew Hayden thinks otherwise. The Indian batter is currently in Australia for the three-match ODI series which starts October 19. This would be first time Kohli will play an international match after the Champions Trophy 2025 final earlier this year. Since then, the ace batter has announced retirement from Test cricket, having already announced his retirement from T20Is last year post India's T20 World Cup win.<h2>Hayden on Kohli's participation in 2027 ODI World Cup</h2>"He has played 302 matches and got 14,000 runs and what about this average in One-day cricket, it's unbelievable. His key is that he is a gold star with his fitness and preparation. In my head, I've got him focusing on 2027 (World Cup). He wants to be a part of that," Hayden said while talking to All Over Bar The Cricket YouTube channel.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/end-of-road-for-shami-as-india-bowler-bcci-chief-selector-ajit-agarkar-shares-plan-for-pacer-1760704863709">End of road for Shami as India bowler? Agarkar shares plan for pacer</a>It will be interesting to see Kohli and Rohit Sharma perform on the tour, given the scrutiny they are under for the their match fitness as they aim for the 2027 ODI World Cup.<h2>India vs Australia tour details and squad</h2>India ODI squad vs Australia: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi JaiswalIndia T20I squad vs Australia: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Washington SundarIndia vs Australia ODI schedule: 1st ODI on Oct 19 (Perth), 2nd ODI on Oct 23 (Adelaide), 3rd ODI on Oct 25 (Sydney)India vs Australia T20I schedule: 1st T20I on Oct 29 (Canberra), 2nst T20I on Oct 31 (Melbourne), 3rd T20I on Nov 2 (Hobart), 4th T20I on Nov 6 (Gold Coast), 5th T20I on Nov 8 (Brisbane)

It will be interesting to see Kohli and Rohit Sharma perform on the Australia white-ball tour, given the scrutiny they are under for the their match fitness as they aim for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Virat Kohli's participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup might be depended in his form over the next two years as per India selectors but former Australia batter Matthew Hayden thinks otherwise. The Indian batter is currently in Australia for the three-match ODI series which starts October 19. This would be first time Kohli will play an international match after the Champions Trophy 2025 final earlier this year. Since then, the ace batter has announced retirement from Test cricket, having already announced his retirement from T20Is last year post India's T20 World Cup win. Hayden on Kohli's participation in 2027 ODI World Cup "He has played 302 matches and got 14,000 runs and what about this average in One-day cricket, it's unbelievable. His key is that he is a gold star with his fitness and preparation. In my head, I've got him focusing on 2027 (World Cup). He wants to be a part of that," Hayden said while talking to All Over Bar The Cricket YouTube channel. Also Read - End of road for Shami as India bowler? Agarkar shares plan for pacer It will be interesting to see Kohli and Rohit Sharma perform on the tour, given the scrutiny they are under for the their match fitness as they aim for the 2027 ODI World Cup. India vs Australia tour details and squad India ODI squad vs Australia: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal India T20I squad vs Australia: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar India vs Australia ODI schedule: 1st ODI on Oct 19 (Perth), 2nd ODI on Oct 23 (Adelaide), 3rd ODI on Oct 25 (Sydney) India vs Australia T20I schedule: 1st T20I on Oct 29 (Canberra), 2nst T20I on Oct 31 (Melbourne), 3rd T20I on Nov 2 (Hobart), 4th T20I on Nov 6 (Gold Coast), 5th T20I on Nov 8 (Brisbane)

It will be interesting to see Kohli and Rohit Sharma perform on the Australia white-ball tour, given the scrutiny they are under for the their match fitness as they aim for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Ex-Australia batter Matthew Hayden has an opinion on Kohli 'focusing on 2027' ODI World Cup

From Steve Smith to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five active batters with most runs in India vs Australia ODIs. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Glenn Maxwell

From Steve Smith to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five active batters with most runs in India vs Australia ODIs. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul and Glenn Maxwell

From Steve Smith to Virat Kohli, 5 active batters with most runs in India vs Australia ODIs

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with most ODI runs in a calendar year since 2000. The prestigious list also consists legendary names like Sourav Ganguly, Sachin Tendulkar and Shubman Gill. 

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with ODI runs in a calendar year since 2000. The prestigious list also consists legendary names like Sourav Ganguly, Sachin Tendulkar and Shubman Gill.&nbsp;

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 Indian batters with most ODI runs in a calendar year since 2000

Australia batter Travis Head has backed the Indian legendary pair Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to come good for the national side and don the team jersey for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Head, who will be part of the Australia white-ball side for the upcoming series against India, backed the duo on Friday (Oct 17). Both India and Australia are set to play in a three-match ODI series starting Sunday at the Optus Stadium in Perth.<h2>Head backs Rohit, Virat for 2027 ODI World Cup</h2>"They have been awesome for India," Head said when quizzed on Rohit and Virat.&nbsp;"They are two quality white-ball players. Virat is probably the greatest white-ball player. Rohit is probably not far behind. He is someone who opens the batting in the same style. I have huge regard for what he has been able to do. We will miss them at some stage. But, I think they are going until 2027, aren't they? They will try to get to that World Cup. It's good for the cricket they are still playing," Head added.&nbsp;The Indian team arrived in Australia in batches on Wednesday and wasted no time in training sessions. Rohit, Virat and other key batters were seen practicing for the Men in Blue while bowlers also sweated in the challenging Aussie conditions as summer heat took centre stage.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;Both Rohit and Virat were seen practicing in the nets on Thursday as they returned to the ODI set-up for the first time since the Champions Trophy 2025 final in March. Since then, Ro-Ko have announced their Test retirement and are only part of the ODI set-up, having also called time on their T20I career last June after the T20 World Cup.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;While Ro-Ko want to be in the frame for the ODI World Cup, competition for places, age, fitness and other factors could influence their involvement in the showpiece event in Africa in 2027.

Rohit, Virat and other key batters were seen practicing for the Men in Blue while bowlers also sweated in the challenging Aussie conditions as summer heat took centre stage.

Australia batter Travis Head has backed the Indian legendary pair Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to come good for the national side and don the team jersey for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Head, who will be part of the Australia white-ball side for the upcoming series against India, backed the duo on Friday (Oct 17). Both India and Australia are set to play in a three-match ODI series starting Sunday at the Optus Stadium in Perth. Head backs Rohit, Virat for 2027 ODI World Cup "They have been awesome for India," Head said when quizzed on Rohit and Virat. "They are two quality white-ball players. Virat is probably the greatest white-ball player. Rohit is probably not far behind. He is someone who opens the batting in the same style. I have huge regard for what he has been able to do. We will miss them at some stage. But, I think they are going until 2027, aren't they? They will try to get to that World Cup. It's good for the cricket they are still playing," Head added. The Indian team arrived in Australia in batches on Wednesday and wasted no time in training sessions. Rohit, Virat and other key batters were seen practicing for the Men in Blue while bowlers also sweated in the challenging Aussie conditions as summer heat took centre stage. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Both Rohit and Virat were seen practicing in the nets on Thursday as they returned to the ODI set-up for the first time since the Champions Trophy 2025 final in March. Since then, Ro-Ko have announced their Test retirement and are only part of the ODI set-up, having also called time on their T20I career last June after the T20 World Cup. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more While Ro-Ko want to be in the frame for the ODI World Cup, competition for places, age, fitness and other factors could influence their involvement in the showpiece event in Africa in 2027.

Rohit, Virat and other key batters were seen practicing for the Men in Blue while bowlers also sweated in the challenging Aussie conditions as summer heat took centre stage.

AUS vs IND, ODI Series: Travis Head backs Rohit, Virat for 2027 ODI World Cup

Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma began their final preparations for the upcoming ODI series against Australia by training together in the first net session on Thursday (Oct 16). Both the players have arrived in Australia in the first batch of the Indian squad, gearing up for their first international series since winning the Champions Trophy, earlier this year. The former Indian captains batted for about 30 minutes each during the training session.&nbsp;<h2>Watch their practice video below -&nbsp;</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ROKO?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ROKO</a> batting together in nets in Perth today. <a href="https://t.co/es3NdrdRuV">pic.twitter.com/es3NdrdRuV</a>&mdash; Vimal कुमार (@Vimalwa) <a href="https://twitter.com/Vimalwa/status/1978780826692436072?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

After the net practice, Rohit was also seen having a long discussion with head coach Gautam Gambhir. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli chatted with bowling coach Morne Morkel after his session and shared a fun moment with pacer Arshdeep Singh.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-2025-team-india-lands-in-perth-for-first-odi-after-multiple-delays-virat-kohli-rohit-sharma-1760591279689">- IND vs AUS 2025: Team India lands in Perth for first ODI after multiple delays - WATCH</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Duo has won an ICC Trophy together in their first attempt, hopefully communication will be good enough between Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir. <a href="https://t.co/e2toW4NcQq">pic.twitter.com/e2toW4NcQq</a>&mdash; कट्टर INDIA समर्थक 🦁🇮🇳 ™ (@KKRWeRule) <a href="https://twitter.com/KKRWeRule/status/1978868838885462284?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The Indian team arrived in Australia in two groups, one on Wednesday (Oct 15) and the other on Thursday (Oct 16) for the white-ball tour that includes three ODIs and five T20Is. Training sessions are already scheduled for Friday (Oct 17) and Saturday (Oct 18). India will begin their Australian tour with three ODIs, starting on Oct 19 in Perth, followed by matches in Adelaide on the 23rd and Sydney on 25th.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Check <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-indian-batters-fastest-to-9000-runs-in-odis-virat-kohli-rohit-sharma-sourav-ganguly-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-1760623564944">- From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 Indian batters fastest to 9000 runs in ODIs</a>&nbsp;Many fans were expecting that the veteran pair will continue to play until the 2027 World Cup but their future participation will depend on their form and fitness. Several former players have advised both Kohli and Rohit to play domestic cricket to stay match-ready for ODI duties.&nbsp;<h2>India’s ODI squad for Australia tour</h2>Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK) and Yashasvi Jaiswal

This series in Australia will mark India’s first ODI outing since their ICC Champions Trophy win in March, this year.

Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma began their final preparations for the upcoming ODI series against Australia by training together in the first net session on Thursday (Oct 16). Both the players have arrived in Australia in the first batch of the Indian squad, gearing up for their first international series since winning the Champions Trophy, earlier this year. The former Indian captains batted for about 30 minutes each during the training session. Watch their practice video below -

This series in Australia will mark India’s first ODI outing since their ICC Champions Trophy win in March, this year

IND vs AUS 2025: Virat, Rohit practice together in nets ahead of first ODI - WATCH

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the five Indian batters fastest to 9000 runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes MS Dhoni, Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the five Indian batters fastest to 9000 runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes MS Dhoni, Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 Indian batters fastest to 9000 runs in ODIs

The Indian team left for Australia on Wednesday (Oct 15) as they prepare for the white-ball tour Down Under, which kicks off on Sunday. The Indian team, which will play three ODIs and five T20Is during the next few weeks, was spotted at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi before leaving Down Under. However, it was Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma who stole the show as they returned to the ODI team set-up for the first time since the Champions Trophy 2025 in March.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">𝙀𝙣 𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙚 𝘿𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙐𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 ✈️ Of familiar faces and special reunions as <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> depart for the Australia challenge 😍<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/ElV3OtV3Lj">pic.twitter.com/ElV3OtV3Lj</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1978392909226365381?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Virat-Rohit spotted together at airport</h2>Just hours after winning the Test series against Australia, the Indian team gathered in New Delhi as the likes of Virat and Rohit also joined the squad. The rest of the members of the squad had already gathered in Delhi before the first batch left for Australia. The first batch consisted of players part of the ODI team, while a second batch of officials will depart later in the evening, which will consist of support staff and media officials.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;In a video published by the BCCI on its social media handle, captain Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and others were spotted together in the team bus. Former India captains Virat and Rohit were also part of the entourage as they left for Australia.&nbsp;The star Indian duo has not played for the national side in the Champions Trophy final against New Zealand on March 9. The match also happened to be Rohit’s last as Indian captain, having been replaced by Gill as the skipper of the side in Test and ODI formats.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>India squad for Australia tour</h2>India’s ODI squad:&nbsp;Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal.&nbsp;India’s T20I squad:&nbsp;Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar.

In a video published by the BCCI on its social media handle, captain Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and others were spotted together in the team bus. Former India captains Virat and Rohit were also part of the entourage as they left for Australia.

The Indian team left for Australia on Wednesday (Oct 15) as they prepare for the white-ball tour Down Under, which kicks off on Sunday. The Indian team, which will play three ODIs and five T20Is during the next few weeks, was spotted at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi before leaving Down Under. However, it was Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma who stole the show as they returned to the ODI team set-up for the first time since the Champions Trophy 2025 in March.

In a video published by the BCCI on its social media handle, captain Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and others were spotted together in the team bus. Former India captains Virat and Rohit were also part of the entourage as they left for Australia.

Watch: Virat-Rohit spotted at airport as Team India departs for Australia white-ball tour

From Rohit Sharma to Shubman Gill here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual ODI score in 2025. The list also consists Virat Kohli as India take on Australia in the ODI series which starts on Sunday. 

From Rohit Sharma to Shubman Gill here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual ODI score in 2025. The list also consists Virat Kohli as India take on Australia in the ODI series which starts on Sunday.&nbsp;

From Rohit Sharma to Shubman Gill, 5 Indian batters with highest individual ODI score in 2025

From Virender Sehwag to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual Test score vs South Africa. The list also features the likes of Mayank Agarwal and Virat Kohli as the India vs South Africa Test series nears. 

From Virender Sehwag to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual Test score vs South Africa. The list also features the likes of Mayank Agarwal and Virat Kohli as the India vs South Africa Test series nears.&nbsp;

From Virender Sehwag to Rohit Sharma, 5 Indian batters with highest individual Test score vs South Africa

The Indian team is all set to land in Australia ahead of the upcoming ODI series, as veteran batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be the highlight reel. As the team prepares for the series, the rumours surrounding the retirements of Rohit-Virat have intensified, suggesting this could be their last tour with the Indian side. However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla has denied those rumours and welcomed the addition of Rohit-Virat in the Indian side.<h2>BCCI VP shuts down retirement rumours</h2>"This is very beneficial for us (Rohit and Virat being in the ODI squad). Because both of them are great batsmen, and in the presence of both of them, I think we will be successful in defeating Australia. And as far as this being their last series is concerned, it is nothing like that. We should never go into these things. It is up to the players when they would retire. To say this would be their last series is absolutely wrong," Shukla told ANI.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;The Indian team will leave for Australia on Wednesday (Oct 15), a day after winning the two-match Test series against the West Indies. However, the biggest focus will be on the addition of Rohit-Virat, who will be back in the team for the first time since the Champions Trophy 2025 in March. The biggest change on the side will see Shubman Gill lead the team while Rohit has been dropped from the captaincy duty.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;The ODI series will start on Sunday (Oct 19) when India face Mitchell Marsh’s Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth.<h2>India squad for Australia tour</h2>ODI squad:&nbsp;Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal.

The biggest focus will be on the addition of Rohit-Virat, who will be back in the ODI team for the first time since the Champions Trophy 2025 in March. 

The Indian team is all set to land in Australia ahead of the upcoming ODI series, as veteran batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be the highlight reel. As the team prepares for the series, the rumours surrounding the retirements of Rohit-Virat have intensified, suggesting this could be their last tour with the Indian side. However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajeev Shukla has denied those rumours and welcomed the addition of Rohit-Virat in the Indian side. BCCI VP shuts down retirement rumours "This is very beneficial for us (Rohit and Virat being in the ODI squad). Because both of them are great batsmen, and in the presence of both of them, I think we will be successful in defeating Australia. And as far as this being their last series is concerned, it is nothing like that. We should never go into these things. It is up to the players when they would retire. To say this would be their last series is absolutely wrong," Shukla told ANI. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more The Indian team will leave for Australia on Wednesday (Oct 15), a day after winning the two-match Test series against the West Indies. However, the biggest focus will be on the addition of Rohit-Virat, who will be back in the team for the first time since the Champions Trophy 2025 in March. The biggest change on the side will see Shubman Gill lead the team while Rohit has been dropped from the captaincy duty. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history The ODI series will start on Sunday (Oct 19) when India face Mitchell Marsh’s Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth. India squad for Australia tour ODI squad: Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal.

The biggest focus will be on the addition of Rohit-Virat, who will be back in the ODI team for the first time since the Champions Trophy 2025 in March.&nbsp;

BCCI VP denies Rohit, Virat retirement rumours as Team India jets off to Australia

The Indian fans, or rather cricket fans worldwide, know that a day will come when two batting stalwarts and former Indian captains, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, will announce their ODI retirements. Addressing their ODI retirement rumours, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir, during the post-game presser in Delhi, said he cannot guarantee their places in the ODI side for the 2027 World Cup, which is more than two years away. While Gautam acknowledged their experience and dressing room presence and how good they still are, he urged everyone to stay in present as the committee will consider their selection with each passing game.&nbsp;“The 2027 World Cup is 2.5 years away. It’s important to stay in the present. Kohli and Rohit are both quality players. Hopefully, they have a successful tour in Australia,” Gambhir, who turned 44 on Tuesday, said.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/check-team-india-ranking-on-current-2025-2027-wtc-standings-after-west-indies-mauling-delhi-test-match-1760424614495">Check Team India's ranking on current WTC standings after West Indies mauling</a> &nbsp;Rohit and Kohli returned to the ODI side for the first time since March this year. During their last appearance in the ICC Champions Trophy, both played handy roles in helping the Men in Blue win their record third crown, and first since the 2017 edition, which they also won. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Gambhir’s comments have come shortly after Kohli landed in India for the first time in four months since winning his maiden IPL title with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) this season. After moving to London with his family, Kohli trained in the capital city for Australia ODIs and even had his mandatory pre-season fitness test conducted there. &nbsp;His batting partner, Rohit, who also last featured for India during the multi-team tournament, first trained at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) before practising at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park under former India batting coach Abhishek Nayar’s watchful eyes. &nbsp;These two, alongside the rest of the Indian Team, will leave for Australia on Wednesday (Oct 15).&nbsp; &nbsp;India’s ODI squad for Australia series -&nbsp;Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal.

While Gautam acknowledged their experience and dressing room presence and how good they still are, he urged everyone to stay in present as the committee will consider their selection with each passing game.

The Indian fans, or rather cricket fans worldwide, know that a day will come when two batting stalwarts and former Indian captains, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, will announce their ODI retirements. Addressing their ODI retirement rumours, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir, during the post-game presser in Delhi, said he cannot guarantee their places in the ODI side for the 2027 World Cup, which is more than two years away. While Gautam acknowledged their experience and dressing room presence and how good they still are, he urged everyone to stay in present as the committee will consider their selection with each passing game. “The 2027 World Cup is 2.5 years away. It’s important to stay in the present. Kohli and Rohit are both quality players. Hopefully, they have a successful tour in Australia,” Gambhir, who turned 44 on Tuesday, said. Also read | Check Team India's ranking on current WTC standings after West Indies mauling Rohit and Kohli returned to the ODI side for the first time since March this year. During their last appearance in the ICC Champions Trophy, both played handy roles in helping the Men in Blue win their record third crown, and first since the 2017 edition, which they also won. Meanwhile, Gambhir’s comments have come shortly after Kohli landed in India for the first time in four months since winning his maiden IPL title with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) this season. After moving to London with his family, Kohli trained in the capital city for Australia ODIs and even had his mandatory pre-season fitness test conducted there. His batting partner, Rohit, who also last featured for India during the multi-team tournament, first trained at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) before practising at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park under former India batting coach Abhishek Nayar’s watchful eyes. These two, alongside the rest of the Indian Team, will leave for Australia on Wednesday (Oct 15). India’s ODI squad for Australia series - Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal.

While Gautam acknowledged their experience and dressing room presence and how good they still are, he urged everyone to stay in present as the committee will consider their selection with each passing game.

‘It’s important to stay in present,’ Gambhir prepares fans for heartbreak over Rohit, Kohli ODI future

The debate around Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's participation in ODI World Cup 2027 is getting hotter with the each passing day. The players were recently named in India's squad for Australia ODIs which begin October 19. With both of them retired from Tests and T20Is, the Australia ODIs would be the first time they will play competitive cricket since India's title-winning 2025 Champions Trophy campaign. There are not many ODIs planned before 2027 ODI WC and as per former India skipper Anil Kumble, they better take things 'year by year.'<h2>Kumble on Rohit, Kohli's 2027 ODI World Cup chances</h2>"They have done so much for Indian cricket over the years You don't know if… yes, in their heads, they have been thinking of 2027 (World Cup), but it’s still a couple of years from now. There are matches ahead; all they need to do is go out there and enjoy themselves. I don’t think they need to think too far ahead in terms of 2027.Both these guys have the experience; ideally, you’d want them to be part of the line-up, but it’s better to take things year by year," Kumble said while talking to JioHotstar on the sidelines of India vs West Indies second Test in Delhi.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-2025-ravi-shastri-lists-three-factors-that-determine-rohit-sharma-virat-kohli-2027-odi-world-cup-future-1760355809209">Ravi Shastri lists three factors that determine Rohit and Kohli’s 2027 ODI WC future</a><h2>India vs Australia tour details and squad</h2>India ODI squad vs Australia: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi JaiswalIndia T20I squad vs Australia: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Washington SundarIndia vs Australia ODI schedule: 1st ODI on Oct 19 (Perth), 2nd ODI on Oct 23 (Adelaide), 3rd ODI on Oct 25 (Sydney)India vs Australia T20I schedule: 1st T20I on Oct 29 (Canberra), 2nst T20I on Oct 31 (Melbourne), 3rd T20I on Nov 2 (Hobart), 4th T20I on Nov 6 (Gold Coast), 5th T20I on Nov 8 (Brisbane)

There are not many ODIs planned before 2027 ODI WC and as per former India skipper Anil Kumble, they better take things 'year by year.' The players were recently named in India's squad for Australia ODIs which begin October 19.

The debate around Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's participation in ODI World Cup 2027 is getting hotter with the each passing day. The players were recently named in India's squad for Australia ODIs which begin October 19. With both of them retired from Tests and T20Is, the Australia ODIs would be the first time they will play competitive cricket since India's title-winning 2025 Champions Trophy campaign. There are not many ODIs planned before 2027 ODI WC and as per former India skipper Anil Kumble, they better take things 'year by year.' Kumble on Rohit, Kohli's 2027 ODI World Cup chances "They have done so much for Indian cricket over the years You don't know if… yes, in their heads, they have been thinking of 2027 (World Cup), but it’s still a couple of years from now. There are matches ahead; all they need to do is go out there and enjoy themselves. I don’t think they need to think too far ahead in terms of 2027.Both these guys have the experience; ideally, you’d want them to be part of the line-up, but it’s better to take things year by year," Kumble said while talking to JioHotstar on the sidelines of India vs West Indies second Test in Delhi. Also Read - Ravi Shastri lists three factors that determine Rohit and Kohli’s 2027 ODI WC future India vs Australia tour details and squad India ODI squad vs Australia: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal India T20I squad vs Australia: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar India vs Australia ODI schedule: 1st ODI on Oct 19 (Perth), 2nd ODI on Oct 23 (Adelaide), 3rd ODI on Oct 25 (Sydney) India vs Australia T20I schedule: 1st T20I on Oct 29 (Canberra), 2nst T20I on Oct 31 (Melbourne), 3rd T20I on Nov 2 (Hobart), 4th T20I on Nov 6 (Gold Coast), 5th T20I on Nov 8 (Brisbane)

There are not many ODIs planned before 2027 ODI WC and as per former India skipper Anil Kumble, they better take things 'year by year.' The players were recently named in India's squad for Australia ODIs which begin October 19.

'I don’t think they...,' Ex-India coach Kumble on Rohit and Kohli's 2027 ODI World Cup chances

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be back in the Indian colours for the forthcoming ODI series against Australia starting this Sunday (Oct 19) in Perth. Since announcing their respective Test and T20I retirements, both had just one format to represent India in, with a single aim - to stay in contention for the 2027 ODI World Cup. However, the question here arises: Would they stick around till then? Former India head coach Ravi Shastri dropped honest bombshells.&nbsp;Considering youngsters and newcomers are fighting for their places in the ODI side, Shastri warned Aussie fans against watching this duo play their best cricket Down Under to stay in contention for the 50-over spectacle.&nbsp; &nbsp;"That's why they're here (playing the ODI series against Australia)," Shastri said in Sydney on Monday (Oct 13). "They're part of the mix.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-test-captain-pat-cummins-breaks-silence-on-missing-ashes-opener-against-england-1760328259816">'Less likely than...,' AUS captain Cummins breaks silence on missing Ashes opener</a> &nbsp;Explaining what those factors are that might determine their ODI futures, Shastri said, “It depends on their fitness, their hunger and, of course, form. So, I think this series is very important to see how they go. They themselves will know by the end of this series how they feel, and then it's their call.” &nbsp;Detailing more on this with an example that could help the Aussies understand better, Ravi said, "(It's) the same thing with Steve Smith (who retired from ODIs in March) from Australia's point of view. At that age, you've got to enjoy it and (you've) still got to have the hunger. &nbsp;"But there's no substitute for experience when it comes to the big games, as we saw in the Champions Trophy. Come the big games and the big boys step up,” he continued. &nbsp;Kohli and Rohit are part of Team India’s 15-man squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia. While the new One-Day captain Shubman Gill will hog all the limelight, the onus would remain on this batting pair, who have just good cricket to play for. &nbsp;"Rohit Sharma … Virat Kohli … they know that these youngsters are pushing them,” Shastri said to cricket.com.au.&nbsp; &nbsp;Meanwhile, the five-match T20Is will follow, with the 2025 Asia Cup winners gearing to continue stamping their authority in this format. Praising this T20 outfit that recently beat arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai, Shastri said, "(Varma's) innings in that Asia Cup final was absolutely fantastic.” &nbsp;"Because under pressure to play like that (was impressive).&nbsp; &nbsp;"There's some good young guns there in (Yashasvi) Jaiswal, there's (Shubman) Gill, there's Tilak Varma. &nbsp;"A lot of good young talent and a lot of all-rounders as well in Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube and Axar Patel, so it's a strong white-ball unit. &nbsp;"India is much stronger in white ball than the red ball,” he concluded.&nbsp;

Virat and Rohit have returned to India's ODI team for the first time since March this year. 

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be back in the Indian colours for the forthcoming ODI series against Australia starting this Sunday (Oct 19) in Perth. Since announcing their respective Test and T20I retirements, both had just one format to represent India in, with a single aim - to stay in contention for the 2027 ODI World Cup. However, the question here arises: Would they stick around till then? Former India head coach Ravi Shastri dropped honest bombshells. Considering youngsters and newcomers are fighting for their places in the ODI side, Shastri warned Aussie fans against watching this duo play their best cricket Down Under to stay in contention for the 50-over spectacle. "That's why they're here (playing the ODI series against Australia)," Shastri said in Sydney on Monday (Oct 13). "They're part of the mix. Also read | 'Less likely than...,' AUS captain Cummins breaks silence on missing Ashes opener Explaining what those factors are that might determine their ODI futures, Shastri said, “It depends on their fitness, their hunger and, of course, form. So, I think this series is very important to see how they go. They themselves will know by the end of this series how they feel, and then it's their call.” Detailing more on this with an example that could help the Aussies understand better, Ravi said, "(It's) the same thing with Steve Smith (who retired from ODIs in March) from Australia's point of view. At that age, you've got to enjoy it and (you've) still got to have the hunger. "But there's no substitute for experience when it comes to the big games, as we saw in the Champions Trophy. Come the big games and the big boys step up,” he continued. Kohli and Rohit are part of Team India’s 15-man squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia. While the new One-Day captain Shubman Gill will hog all the limelight, the onus would remain on this batting pair, who have just good cricket to play for. "Rohit Sharma … Virat Kohli … they know that these youngsters are pushing them,” Shastri said to cricket.com.au. Meanwhile, the five-match T20Is will follow, with the 2025 Asia Cup winners gearing to continue stamping their authority in this format. Praising this T20 outfit that recently beat arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai, Shastri said, "(Varma's) innings in that Asia Cup final was absolutely fantastic.” "Because under pressure to play like that (was impressive). "There's some good young guns there in (Yashasvi) Jaiswal, there's (Shubman) Gill, there's Tilak Varma. "A lot of good young talent and a lot of all-rounders as well in Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube and Axar Patel, so it's a strong white-ball unit. "India is much stronger in white ball than the red ball,” he concluded.

Virat and Rohit have returned to India's ODI team for the first time since March this year.&nbsp;

Ravi Shastri lists three factors that determine Rohit and Kohli’s 2027 ODI WC future

The upcoming white-ball series between India and Australia couldn't have come at a better time, thinks Aussie white-ball captain Mitchell Marsh. The tour starts with the three-match ODI series on October 19 where Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma would be making a comeback to the Indian squad. Right after the series, Australia host England for the iconic Ashes and while the entire focus of Australia is on that series, the India tour promises to be a good rivalry as well.<h2>Marsh lauds rivalry with India</h2>"We'll have all the guys building towards the Ashes but everyone loves playing against India," Marsh was quoted as saying by foxsports.com.au. "We've got a great rivalry and great respect for them as a team. I think it's literally perfect timing to be playing against India in the lead-up to an Ashes series. It's going to be massive," he added.Also Watch: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-2nd-test-watch-campbell-survives-lbw-call-and-bumrah-says-you-know-it-s-out-1760341737062">IND vs WI: Campbell survives LBW call and Bumrah says 'You know..'</a>The ODI series may be a precursor to the Ashes for Australia, but for India, it serves as an opportunity for Rohit and Virat to prove their match fitness and that the duo, who had retired from Tests and T20Is, is still relevant for India's 2027 ODI World Cup plan.<h2>India vs Australia tour details and squad</h2>India ODI squad vs Australia: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi JaiswalIndia T20I squad vs Australia: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Washington SundarIndia vs Australia ODI schedule: 1st ODI on Oct 19 (Perth), 2nd ODI on Oct 23 (Adelaide), 3rd ODI on Oct 25 (Sydney)India vs Australia T20I schedule: 1st T20I on Oct 29 (Canberra), 2nst T20I on Oct 31 (Melbourne), 3rd T20I on Nov 2 (Hobart), 4th T20I on Nov 6 (Gold Coast), 5th T20I on Nov 8 (Brisbane)

The ODI series may be a precursor to the Ashes for Australia, but for India, it serves as an opportunity for Rohit and Virat to prove their match fitness and that the duo, who had retired from Tests and T20Is, is still relevant for India's 2027 ODI World Cup plan.

The upcoming white-ball series between India and Australia couldn't have come at a better time, thinks Aussie white-ball captain Mitchell Marsh. The tour starts with the three-match ODI series on October 19 where Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma would be making a comeback to the Indian squad. Right after the series, Australia host England for the iconic Ashes and while the entire focus of Australia is on that series, the India tour promises to be a good rivalry as well. Marsh lauds rivalry with India "We'll have all the guys building towards the Ashes but everyone loves playing against India," Marsh was quoted as saying by foxsports.com.au. "We've got a great rivalry and great respect for them as a team. I think it's literally perfect timing to be playing against India in the lead-up to an Ashes series. It's going to be massive," he added. Also Watch: IND vs WI: Campbell survives LBW call and Bumrah says 'You know..' The ODI series may be a precursor to the Ashes for Australia, but for India, it serves as an opportunity for Rohit and Virat to prove their match fitness and that the duo, who had retired from Tests and T20Is, is still relevant for India's 2027 ODI World Cup plan. India vs Australia tour details and squad India ODI squad vs Australia: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Axar Patel, KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal India T20I squad vs Australia: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar India vs Australia ODI schedule: 1st ODI on Oct 19 (Perth), 2nd ODI on Oct 23 (Adelaide), 3rd ODI on Oct 25 (Sydney) India vs Australia T20I schedule: 1st T20I on Oct 29 (Canberra), 2nst T20I on Oct 31 (Melbourne), 3rd T20I on Nov 2 (Hobart), 4th T20I on Nov 6 (Gold Coast), 5th T20I on Nov 8 (Brisbane)

The ODI series may be a precursor to the Ashes for Australia, but for India, it serves as an opportunity for Rohit and Virat to prove their match fitness and that the duo, who had retired from Tests and T20Is, is still relevant for India's 2027 ODI World Cup plan.

Overconfidence or just not important? Aussie skipper Marsh looking at India series as pre-cursor to Ashes

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has been making rounds after he was spotted testing a Tesla Model Y in Mumbai recently. However, he has now received attention from Tesla’s owner and techie Elon Musk. Musk, who has been in the news for aiding Donald Trump’s election campaign in 2024, reposted Rohit’s video, thereby stealing headlines. Rohit, who, like Musk, has also been in the news, has returned to the Indian squad for the upcoming Australian tour, where he will be part of the ODI team.

Musk reports Rohit video

<h2>Musk reacts to Rohit’s video</h2>“This is why Tesla doesn’t need to advertise - Rohit Sharma (captain of India’s national cricket team), who has 45M followers on Instagram, just bought a new Tesla Model Y,” one X user wrote.&nbsp;The Tesla car donned the number plate “MH01FB3015” which was related to a sweet gesture by netizens. Rohit’s daughter Samaira was born on 30 Dec 2018, while his son Ahaan was born on 15 Nov 2024. Taking reference to this, the number plate was described as a dedication to Rohit’s kids.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;The video, in the meantime, had made rounds with netizens adoring Rohit’s choice.“Good products like Tesla need not advertise, but word of mouth can spread like wildfire.” Another added, “When you make a great product, it sells itself. Tesla has one of the highest satisfaction ratings and repeat customers amongst autos.”&nbsp;A third commented, “You can't get better exposure than that!” A fourth expressed, “Wild move by Rohit! When a cricket legend picks Tesla, you know the game is changing. That sleek Model Y looks like it belongs in a winning team. Anyone else tempted to switch to electric now?”&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>Rohit set for Australia series</h2>The Indian legend last played for India in March when they won the Champions Trophy in the UAE. The final was also the last time he was leading the Indian side, having now been replaced by Shubman Gill as the captain. This will also be Rohit’s first series for India, having announced Test retirement in May.

Rohit Sharma, who, like Elon Musk, has also been in the news, has returned to the Indian squad for the upcoming Australian tour, where he will be part of the ODI team.

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has been making rounds after he was spotted testing a Tesla Model Y in Mumbai recently. However, he has now received attention from Tesla’s owner and techie Elon Musk. Musk, who has been in the news for aiding Donald Trump’s election campaign in 2024, reposted Rohit’s video, thereby stealing headlines. Rohit, who, like Musk, has also been in the news, has returned to the Indian squad for the upcoming Australian tour, where he will be part of the ODI team.

Rohit Sharma, who, like Elon Musk, has also been in the news, has returned to the Indian squad for the upcoming Australian tour, where he will be part of the ODI team.

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From Rohit Sharma to Jos Buttler, here's a look at the top five active batters with most sixes in ODIs. This list also includes Glenn Maxwell, Virat Kohli and Paul Stirling

From Rohit Sharma to Jos Buttler, 5 active batters with most sixes in ODIs

Former India captains and legendary batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are all set to return to the squad for the ODI series against Australia, which starts on October 19. The duo was named in the Indian squad last week, but could have to flex their muscle if they want to keep their hopes alive for a place in the ODI World Cup in 2027. According to reports, the duo is set to feature in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025 (India’s premier domestic 50-over competition).<h2>Rohit, Virat to play in Vijay Hazare Trophy?</h2>"Between the last ODI against South Africa on December 6 at Visakhapatnam and the first ODI against New Zealand at Vadodara on January 11, there is a gap of five weeks.&nbsp;"The Vijay Hazare Trophy starts on December 24. There will be six rounds of games for Mumbai (December 24, 26, 29, 31, Jan 3, 6, 8). Rohit will be expected to at least play three rounds before linking up with the squad. Ditto for Virat," a BCCI source told PTI on conditions of anonymity.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;Virat and Rohit have not played for India since the 2025 Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai in March. The duo announced their Test retirement in May, meaning they were unavailable for the Test series against England in June and July. They had already announced their T20I retirements after the T20 World Cup in 2024.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;This meant the duo is only available to play in the ODI format and will head Down Under to Australia with the rest of the squad for the upcoming series. However, the pair’s long-term target remains to be in contention for the ODI World Cup in 2027. To aid their bid for the ODI World Cup, the duo could feature in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, which takes place at the end of the year.

The duo of Virat and Rohit was named in the Indian squad last week, but could have to flex their muscle if they want to keep their hopes alive for a place in the ODI World Cup in 2027. 

Former India captains and legendary batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are all set to return to the squad for the ODI series against Australia, which starts on October 19. The duo was named in the Indian squad last week, but could have to flex their muscle if they want to keep their hopes alive for a place in the ODI World Cup in 2027. According to reports, the duo is set to feature in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025 (India’s premier domestic 50-over competition). Rohit, Virat to play in Vijay Hazare Trophy? "Between the last ODI against South Africa on December 6 at Visakhapatnam and the first ODI against New Zealand at Vadodara on January 11, there is a gap of five weeks. "The Vijay Hazare Trophy starts on December 24. There will be six rounds of games for Mumbai (December 24, 26, 29, 31, Jan 3, 6, 8). Rohit will be expected to at least play three rounds before linking up with the squad. Ditto for Virat," a BCCI source told PTI on conditions of anonymity. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Virat and Rohit have not played for India since the 2025 Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai in March. The duo announced their Test retirement in May, meaning they were unavailable for the Test series against England in June and July. They had already announced their T20I retirements after the T20 World Cup in 2024. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more This meant the duo is only available to play in the ODI format and will head Down Under to Australia with the rest of the squad for the upcoming series. However, the pair’s long-term target remains to be in contention for the ODI World Cup in 2027. To aid their bid for the ODI World Cup, the duo could feature in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, which takes place at the end of the year.

The duo of Virat and Rohit was named in the Indian squad last week, but could have to flex their muscle if they want to keep their hopes alive for a place in the ODI World Cup in 2027.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli likely to play in Vijay Hazare Trophy to keep 2027 World Cup hopes alive - Report

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly feels replacing Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as the ODI skipper is the right call taken by the selector. The move from the BCCI has made it clear that the board is thinking about the future as Rohit as well as Virat Kohli's careers reach near completion. The duo have been in the set-up for long and play only in ODIs now after retiring from T20Is last year and Test cricket earlier this year. The upcoming ODI World Cup 2027 could be their final tournament but Ganguly feels they have to stay match-fit to make a case for selection.<h2>Ganguly wants Rohit-Kohli to play domestic cricket</h2>Speaking on the sidelines of an event, Ganguly said it was a 'fair call' to replace Rohit as ODI skipper. "Somewhere down the line, I feel that it’s a fair call. Rohit can keep playing and in the meantime, you keep grooming a young captain. So, I really don’t see a problem in that," he said as reported by news agency PTI.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-women-vs-south-africa-women-smriti-mandhana-overtakes-odis-first-double-centurion-to-break-most-prestigious-w-odis-record-1760016742960">Mandhana overtakes ODIs' 1st double centurion to break THIS W-ODIs record</a>On the topic of their future in the team, Ganguly opined: "Whatever opportunity they get, they have to play domestic cricket. Because cricket is a sport where you have to keep playing — otherwise, you lose the touch and the form and the contact.”<h2>Rohit-Kohli in plans for ODI World Cup 2027?</h2>The two stalwarts of the Indian cricket have long been in the team on the basis of their performance and leadership quality along with the experience they bring in. The selection for upcoming ODI World Cup, however, could very well be based on their performance and form only as the tournament nears. The two batters only play ODIs after calling out time on T20Is and Tests and staying match fit with sparse ODIs place between now and the tournament will be their biggest challenge.

Rohit and Kohli play only in ODIs now after retiring from T20Is last year and Test cricket earlier this year. The upcoming ODI World Cup 2027 could be their final tournament but Ganguly feels they have to stay match-fit to make a case for selection

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly feels replacing Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as the ODI skipper is the right call taken by the selector. The move from the BCCI has made it clear that the board is thinking about the future as Rohit as well as Virat Kohli's careers reach near completion. The duo have been in the set-up for long and play only in ODIs now after retiring from T20Is last year and Test cricket earlier this year. The upcoming ODI World Cup 2027 could be their final tournament but Ganguly feels they have to stay match-fit to make a case for selection. Ganguly wants Rohit-Kohli to play domestic cricket Speaking on the sidelines of an event, Ganguly said it was a 'fair call' to replace Rohit as ODI skipper. "Somewhere down the line, I feel that it’s a fair call. Rohit can keep playing and in the meantime, you keep grooming a young captain. So, I really don’t see a problem in that," he said as reported by news agency PTI. Also Read - Mandhana overtakes ODIs' 1st double centurion to break THIS W-ODIs record On the topic of their future in the team, Ganguly opined: "Whatever opportunity they get, they have to play domestic cricket. Because cricket is a sport where you have to keep playing — otherwise, you lose the touch and the form and the contact.” Rohit-Kohli in plans for ODI World Cup 2027? The two stalwarts of the Indian cricket have long been in the team on the basis of their performance and leadership quality along with the experience they bring in. The selection for upcoming ODI World Cup, however, could very well be based on their performance and form only as the tournament nears. The two batters only play ODIs after calling out time on T20Is and Tests and staying match fit with sparse ODIs place between now and the tournament will be their biggest challenge.

Rohit and Kohli play only in ODIs now after retiring from T20Is last year and Test cricket earlier this year. The upcoming ODI World Cup 2027 could be their final tournament but Ganguly feels they have to stay match-fit to make a case for selection.

Former India skipper Ganguly wants Rohit and Kohli to 'play domestic cricket' for place in ODI team

Here's a look at the five records that Rohit Sharma can break during the upcoming India vs Australia ODI series in Australia.

Here's a look at the five records that Rohit Sharma can break during the upcoming India vs Australia ODI series in Australia.

IND vs AUS, ODI: 5 records Rohit Sharma can break during this series

From Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya, here is a look at five active Indian batters with most ODI ducks. The unfortunate list also features the likes of Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami. 

From Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya, here is a look at five active Indian batters with most ODI ducks. The unfortunate list also features the likes of Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami.&nbsp;

From Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya, 5 active Indian batters with most ODI ducks

Sanju Samson made his India debut in T20I in 2015 but has played only 49 T20Is till date. His second appearance in the shortest format came in 2020 - five years after his debut. The wicketkeeper-batter, however, is a permanent fixture in the India T20I team now. The change in his fortune came after Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja retired post India's T20 World Cup 2024 win. Sanju was given the opener's slot in place of Rohit along with Abhishek Sharma and responded with three tons in the same year.<h2>Samson ready to bowl left-spin to play for India</h2>While Samson's place seemed fixed in the India T20I set-up, appointment of Shubman Gill as Test skipper and vice-captain in T20Is, pushed him down the order. In the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2025, Sanju played in the middle-order while Gill opened the batting with Abhishek. Samson, however, doesn't mind this and is even ready to bowl left-arm spin for the team.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-odi-vice-captain-shreyas-iyer-wanted-to-prove-everyone-wrong-about-pull-shot-inadequacy-1759925160524">India ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer ‘wanted to prove everyone wrong’</a>"I think when you wear the Indian jersey, you can't say no to anything. I've worked really hard to wear that Indian jersey and stay in that dressing room. I take a lot of pride in doing my job for my country," Samson said about middle-order shuffling. "Even if you want me to bat at No. 9, maybe bowl some left-arm spin, whatever job for the country, I don't mind," Samson said on the sidelines of an event recently.<h2>Samson's stats since 2024</h2>After making a comeback to the Indian set-up in 2024, Samson has been unstoppable. He has played 25 of his 49 ODIs since T20 World Cup 2024 and has scored 613 of his 993 runs in those matches. His strike rate, which was a mind-boggling 180 in 2024, however, dropped to 122 in 2025.

Samson's fortune changed after Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja retired post India's T20 World Cup 2024 win. Sanju was given the opener's slot in place of Rohit along with Abhishek Sharma and responded with three tons in the same year.

Sanju Samson made his India debut in T20I in 2015 but has played only 49 T20Is till date. His second appearance in the shortest format came in 2020 - five years after his debut. The wicketkeeper-batter, however, is a permanent fixture in the India T20I team now. The change in his fortune came after Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja retired post India's T20 World Cup 2024 win. Sanju was given the opener's slot in place of Rohit along with Abhishek Sharma and responded with three tons in the same year. Samson ready to bowl left-spin to play for India While Samson's place seemed fixed in the India T20I set-up, appointment of Shubman Gill as Test skipper and vice-captain in T20Is, pushed him down the order. In the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2025, Sanju played in the middle-order while Gill opened the batting with Abhishek. Samson, however, doesn't mind this and is even ready to bowl left-arm spin for the team. Also Read - India ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer ‘wanted to prove everyone wrong’ "I think when you wear the Indian jersey, you can't say no to anything. I've worked really hard to wear that Indian jersey and stay in that dressing room. I take a lot of pride in doing my job for my country," Samson said about middle-order shuffling. "Even if you want me to bat at No. 9, maybe bowl some left-arm spin, whatever job for the country, I don't mind," Samson said on the sidelines of an event recently. Samson's stats since 2024 After making a comeback to the Indian set-up in 2024, Samson has been unstoppable. He has played 25 of his 49 ODIs since T20 World Cup 2024 and has scored 613 of his 993 runs in those matches. His strike rate, which was a mind-boggling 180 in 2024, however, dropped to 122 in 2025.

Samson's fortune changed after Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja retired post India's T20 World Cup 2024 win. Sanju was given the opener's slot in place of Rohit along with Abhishek Sharma and responded with three tons in the same year.

Sanju Samson ready to bowl 'left-arm spin' for a place in India T20I team

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill, here is a look at five active Indians batters with most 50+ scores. The honourable list also features the likes of Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul as India get ready for white-ball series against Australia. 

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill, here is a look at five active Indians batters with most 50+ scores. The honourable list also features the likes of Rohit Sharma, Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul as India get ready for white-ball series against Australia.&nbsp;

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill, 5 active Indians batters with most 50+ ODI scores

From Rohit Sharma to Shubman Gill, here is a look at five active Indian batters with highest individual ODI score. The list features Rohit Sharma three times on the list while Ishan Kishan and current ODI team captain Shubman Gill also feature. 

From Rohit Sharma to Shubman Gill, here is a look at five active Indian batters with highest individual ODI score. The list features Rohit Sharma three times on the list while Ishan Kishan and current ODI team captain Shubman Gill also feature.&nbsp;

From Rohit Sharma to Shubman Gill, 5 active Indian batters with highest individual ODI score

Australia has always been a difficult place for batters to score runs but some of the visiting batters have breached that barrier to play some great knocks. Check list of batters with highest ODI score in Australia, featuring Rohit Sharma, AB de Villers and Virat Kohli.

Australia has always been a difficult place for batters to score runs but some of the visiting batters have breached that barrier to play some great knocks. Check list of batters with highest ODI score in Australia, featuring Rohit Sharma, AB de Villers and Virat Kohli.

Highest ODI score by a visiting batter in Australia - Rohit better than Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers

Former India skipper Rohit Sharma has given his first statement after being replace by Rohit Sharma as the ODI skipper. The move was made by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) by keeping future, ODI World Cup 2027 specifically, in mind by which Rohit would be touching 40. The former skipper, however, has been named in the ODI squad for the upcoming tour of Australia along with Virat Kohli. Both the players have announced their retirement from Tests and T20Is, and are available only for the 50-over cricket.<h2>What Rohit said after being replaced as ODI captain</h2>The former skipper, on the sidelines of an award ceremony, spoke for the first time after being replaced as the ODI skipper, He touched upon various topics including India's Champions Trophy 2025 win - the second consecutive ICC trophy won by India under Rohit after the T20 World Cup 2024 win."I love playing against Australia, love going there, people in Australia love cricket a lot," Rohit said about the upcoming white-ball tour Down Under. Notably, it was after Test tour of Australia in December-January earlier this year that Rohit decided to call time on his red-ball career.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/maharashtra-prithvi-shaw-hits-181-vs-mumbai-but-makes-headlines-for-grabbing-musheer-khan-s-collar-watch-video-1759910036287">Shaw hits 181 vs Mumbai but makes headlines for grabbing Musheer Khan’s collar</a><h2>Rohit's ODI numbers in Australia</h2>Rohit has played 30 ODIs in Australia and has scored 1,328 runs - only behind Sachin Tendulkar's 1,491 runs and one more than Kohli's 1,327 runs in 29 matches. Rohit has also hit five tons in ODIs Down under - the joint most by a visiting batter along with Virat Kohli and former Sri Lankan great Kumar Sangakkara. Rohit's highest individual score of 171 not out is also the sixth highest among all batters in an ODI Down Under and second highest by a visiting batter behind England's Jason Root who had scored 180.

The former skipper, however, has been named in the ODI squad for the upcoming tour of Australia along with Virat Kohli. Both the players have announced their retirement from Tests and T20Is.

Former India skipper Rohit Sharma has given his first statement after being replace by Rohit Sharma as the ODI skipper. The move was made by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) by keeping future, ODI World Cup 2027 specifically, in mind by which Rohit would be touching 40. The former skipper, however, has been named in the ODI squad for the upcoming tour of Australia along with Virat Kohli. Both the players have announced their retirement from Tests and T20Is, and are available only for the 50-over cricket. What Rohit said after being replaced as ODI captain The former skipper, on the sidelines of an award ceremony, spoke for the first time after being replaced as the ODI skipper, He touched upon various topics including India's Champions Trophy 2025 win - the second consecutive ICC trophy won by India under Rohit after the T20 World Cup 2024 win. "I love playing against Australia, love going there, people in Australia love cricket a lot," Rohit said about the upcoming white-ball tour Down Under. Notably, it was after Test tour of Australia in December-January earlier this year that Rohit decided to call time on his red-ball career. Also Read - Shaw hits 181 vs Mumbai but makes headlines for grabbing Musheer Khan’s collar Rohit's ODI numbers in Australia Rohit has played 30 ODIs in Australia and has scored 1,328 runs - only behind Sachin Tendulkar's 1,491 runs and one more than Kohli's 1,327 runs in 29 matches. Rohit has also hit five tons in ODIs Down under - the joint most by a visiting batter along with Virat Kohli and former Sri Lankan great Kumar Sangakkara. Rohit's highest individual score of 171 not out is also the sixth highest among all batters in an ODI Down Under and second highest by a visiting batter behind England's Jason Root who had scored 180.

The former skipper, however, has been named in the ODI squad for the upcoming tour of Australia along with Virat Kohli. Both the players have announced their retirement from Tests and T20Is.

Rohit reacts for the first time after being replaced as India ODI skipper, says 'love playing...'

&nbsp;Former India captain Rohit Sharma has credited Rahul Dravid for the team’s success during the 2025 Champions Trophy as India lifted the coveted trophy in March. The success saw India clinch back-to-back ICC triumphs, having lost to Australia in the ODI World Cup final in 2023. However, Rohit has credited Dravid for the Champions Trophy success, which came months after he had left the role.<h2>Rohit credits Dravid for CT 2025</h2>"That (winning CT 2025) was really good from the team and that is something that helped me and Rahul bhai when we were planning for the (2024) T20 World Cup, and then on to the Champions Trophy. We just carried it well. In 2023, although we didn't cross the line in the finals, we set out to do something as a team and everyone did that," Rohit said while speaking at an award ceremony in Mumbai.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;Rohit Sharma enjoyed a stellar few months as the captain of the side and helped India reach the WTC final in 2023, the ODI World Cup final, the T20 World Cup final and the Champions Trophy final. During the entire cycle, Dravid was the coach of the side apart from the Champions Trophy. India lost the WTC final and ODI World Cup final, but would end Dravid’s tenure as coach on a high when Rohit’s team lifted the 2024 T20 World Cup.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>Gill replaces Rohit as ODI captain</h2>Having already retired from the T20I and Test formats, Rohit was still the captain of the Indian side in the ODI format. However, that tenure was also cut short on Saturday when Shubman Gill replaced him as the captain for the upcoming Australia tour. Gill will be the captain of the Indian side with both Rohit and Virat Kohli available for the Men in Blue.

Rohit Sharma enjoyed a stellar few months as the captain of the side and helped India reach the WTC final in 2023, the ODI World Cup final, the T20 World Cup final and the Champions Trophy final. 

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has credited Rahul Dravid for the team’s success during the 2025 Champions Trophy as India lifted the coveted trophy in March. The success saw India clinch back-to-back ICC triumphs, having lost to Australia in the ODI World Cup final in 2023. However, Rohit has credited Dravid for the Champions Trophy success, which came months after he had left the role. Rohit credits Dravid for CT 2025 "That (winning CT 2025) was really good from the team and that is something that helped me and Rahul bhai when we were planning for the (2024) T20 World Cup, and then on to the Champions Trophy. We just carried it well. In 2023, although we didn't cross the line in the finals, we set out to do something as a team and everyone did that," Rohit said while speaking at an award ceremony in Mumbai. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Rohit Sharma enjoyed a stellar few months as the captain of the side and helped India reach the WTC final in 2023, the ODI World Cup final, the T20 World Cup final and the Champions Trophy final. During the entire cycle, Dravid was the coach of the side apart from the Champions Trophy. India lost the WTC final and ODI World Cup final, but would end Dravid’s tenure as coach on a high when Rohit’s team lifted the 2024 T20 World Cup. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Gill replaces Rohit as ODI captain Having already retired from the T20I and Test formats, Rohit was still the captain of the Indian side in the ODI format. However, that tenure was also cut short on Saturday when Shubman Gill replaced him as the captain for the upcoming Australia tour. Gill will be the captain of the Indian side with both Rohit and Virat Kohli available for the Men in Blue.

Rohit Sharma enjoyed a stellar few months as the captain of the side and helped India reach the WTC final in 2023, the ODI World Cup final, the T20 World Cup final and the Champions Trophy final.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma credits Rahul Dravid for Champions Trophy 2025 success, says 'we just carried...'

Ever since the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) replaced Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as India's ODI skipper, the debate over Rohit and his long-time teammate Virat Kohli's place in the team is getting hot. The duo have already called their time in the T20Is post India's 2024 T20 World Cup win and Tests before England tour earlier this year. With them being available only in one format, the board is being questioned about the process by which it determined the fitness level.<h2>Ex-selector wants call taken on Rohit-Kohli</h2>Dilip Vengsarkar, former India captain and selectors, in a statement given to the news outlet Mid-day, said that it is imperative to take a call on Rohit and Kohli's future. The statement came on question of determining fitness of the duo for the ODI World Cup 2027.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/japanese-football-official-masanaga-kageyama-jailed-for-viewing-child-pornography-photos-1759832882656">Japanese football official jailed for viewing child pornography photos</a>"Rohit and Virat have been great players over the years, but if you are playing just one format of the game, I believe the selectors need to take a call on this. I feel you cannot know or judge the form and fitness of such players because they’ve had a long layoff after the last game they have played. It’s very difficult to assess their form and fitness,” said Vengsarkar.<h2>Kohli-Rohit to play in Australia</h2>The duo have been selected in the ODI squad for the upcoming Australia tour which begins October 19. It will be the first time both of them will play for India after last representing the country in 2025 Champions Trophy which India won under Rohit's captaincy. Both, Rohit and Kohli are considered modern greats of the ODI cricket, having scored in excess of 10,000 runs individually and 30+ tons apiece. The duo, if selected for the upcoming ODI World Cup, will definitely add huge experience in the Indian side.&nbsp;

The duo have already called their time in the T20Is post India's 2024 T20 World Cup win and Tests before England tour earlier this year. They have been selected in the ODI squad for the upcoming Australia tour which begins October 19.

Ever since the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) replaced Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as India's ODI skipper, the debate over Rohit and his long-time teammate Virat Kohli's place in the team is getting hot. The duo have already called their time in the T20Is post India's 2024 T20 World Cup win and Tests before England tour earlier this year. With them being available only in one format, the board is being questioned about the process by which it determined the fitness level. Ex-selector wants call taken on Rohit-Kohli Dilip Vengsarkar, former India captain and selectors, in a statement given to the news outlet Mid-day, said that it is imperative to take a call on Rohit and Kohli's future. The statement came on question of determining fitness of the duo for the ODI World Cup 2027. Also Read - Japanese football official jailed for viewing child pornography photos "Rohit and Virat have been great players over the years, but if you are playing just one format of the game, I believe the selectors need to take a call on this. I feel you cannot know or judge the form and fitness of such players because they’ve had a long layoff after the last game they have played. It’s very difficult to assess their form and fitness,” said Vengsarkar. Kohli-Rohit to play in Australia The duo have been selected in the ODI squad for the upcoming Australia tour which begins October 19. It will be the first time both of them will play for India after last representing the country in 2025 Champions Trophy which India won under Rohit's captaincy. Both, Rohit and Kohli are considered modern greats of the ODI cricket, having scored in excess of 10,000 runs individually and 30+ tons apiece. The duo, if selected for the upcoming ODI World Cup, will definitely add huge experience in the Indian side.

The duo have already called their time in the T20Is post India's 2024 T20 World Cup win and Tests before England tour earlier this year. They have been selected in the ODI squad for the upcoming Australia tour which begins October 19.

Ex-India skipper Dilip Vengsarkar wants selectors to 'take a call' on Virat and Rohit's future

Among those who have notched up ODI hundreds in fewer balls, several Indians have made the list. Here is the list of active batters. 

Among those who have notched up ODI hundreds in fewer balls, several Indians have made the list. Here is the list of active batters.&nbsp;

From Virat Kohli to Shreyas Iyer, 5 active Indian players with fastest ODI hundreds

From Virat Kohli to Ravindra Jadeja here is a list of five active Indian batters with most ODI runs on Australian soil. The list features the likes of Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul ahead of the upcoming series Down Under. 

From Virat Kohli to Ravindra Jadeja here is a list of five active Indian batters with most ODI runs on Australian soil. The list features the likes of Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul ahead of the upcoming series Down Under.&nbsp;

From Virat Kohli to Ravindra Jadeja, 5 active Indian batters with most ODI runs on Australian soil

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