From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a list of five active Indian batters with most ODI runs on home soil. The honourable list also features the likes of Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill and KL Rahul. 

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a list of five active Indian batters with most ODI runs on home soil. The honourable list also features the likes of Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill and KL Rahul.&nbsp;

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 active Indian batters with most ODI runs on home soil

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2025. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, Babar Azam and Daryl Mitchell

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2025. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, Babar Azam and Daryl Mitchell

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill, top 5 batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2025

From Virat Kohli to VVS Laxman, 5 Indian batters with more ODI hundreds than Sachin Tendulkar on Australian soil. During his illustrious career Tendulkar managed to score only one hundred on Australian soil which came in March 2008. 

From Virat Kohli to VVS Laxman, 5 Indian batters with more ODI hundreds than Sachin Tendulkar on Australian soil. During his illustrious career Tendulkar managed to score only one hundred on Australian soil which came in March 2008.&nbsp;

From Virat Kohli to VVS Laxman, 5 Indian batters with more ODI hundreds than Sachin Tendulkar on Australian soil

From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five active batters with most centuries in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Joe Root, Babar Azam and Quinton de Kock

From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five active batters with most centuries in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Joe Root, Babar Azam and Quinton de Kock

From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 active batters with most ODI centuries

From Rohit Sharma to Yuvraj Singh, here is a look at five highest individual ODI scores for India in Australia. The list also features the likes of Sourav Ganguly and Shikhar Dhawan as the ODI series against Australia approaches. 

From Rohit Sharma to Yuvraj Singh, here is a look at five highest individual ODI scores for India in Australia. The list also features the likes of Sourav Ganguly and Shikhar Dhawan as the ODI series against Australia approaches.&nbsp;

From Rohit Sharma to Yuvraj Singh, 5 highest individual ODI scores for India in Australia

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five active Indian batters with most runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five active Indian batters with most runs in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 active Indian batters with most runs in ODIs

Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar says that decision to replace Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as India's ODI skipper was the right call. The decision came on Saturday (Oct 4) when the BCCI announced the ODI and and T20I squad for the upcoming tour of Australia which starts October 19. The change was made keeping ODI World Cup 2027 in mind by which Rohit would be hitting 40 years mark. Gill, who has already replace Rohit as India's Test skipper earlier this year, was the natural choice for ODIs after being named vice-captain in recently-concluded T20 Asia Cup as well.<h2>Gavaskar says replacing Rohit is right call</h2>While Rohit won India Champions Trophy 2025 in his last assignment as ODI skipper, Gavaskar says that two years is right amount of time for a new skipper to be prepared for an even like World Cup.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/atherton-accuses-icc-of-arranging-india-pakistan-fixtures-for-economic-benefits-asks-for-transparency-in-icc-schedule-1759734195349">Atherton accuses ICC of arranging IND-PAK fixtures for economic benefits</a>"Personally, he has done a lot – won us the Champions Trophy and the T20 World Cup before that. There's no two ways about his captaincy. But even he (Rohit Sharma) agrees with this decision because if you need to think two years ahead, then a young captain needs to be prepared. And this is the thought process the selection committee went ahead with," Gavaskar told SportsTak.<h2>Rohit-Kohli surety for 2027 ODI World Cup?</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 only plays ODIs after calling out time on T20Is and Tests and staying match fit with sparse ODIs place between now and the tournament will be his biggest challenge.

Former India skipper Sunil Gavaskar says that decision to replace Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as India's ODI skipper was the right call. The decision came on Saturday (Oct 4) when the BCCI announced the ODI and and T20I squad for the upcoming tour of Australia which starts October 19. The change was made keeping ODI World Cup 2027 in mind by which Rohit would be hitting 40 years mark. Gill, who has already replace Rohit as India's Test skipper earlier this year, was the natural choice for ODIs after being named vice-captain in recently-concluded T20 Asia Cup as well. Gavaskar says replacing Rohit is right call While Rohit won India Champions Trophy 2025 in his last assignment as ODI skipper, Gavaskar says that two years is right amount of time for a new skipper to be prepared for an even like World Cup. Also Read - Atherton accuses ICC of arranging IND-PAK fixtures for economic benefits "Personally, he has done a lot – won us the Champions Trophy and the T20 World Cup before that. There's no two ways about his captaincy. But even he (Rohit Sharma) agrees with this decision because if you need to think two years ahead, then a young captain needs to be prepared. And this is the thought process the selection committee went ahead with," Gavaskar told SportsTak. Rohit-Kohli surety for 2027 ODI World Cup? 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 only plays ODIs after calling out time on T20Is and Tests and staying match fit with sparse ODIs place between now and the ODI World cup 2027 tournament will be his biggest challenge.

'Even he agrees,' says ex-India skipper Gavaskar on replacing Rohit with Shubman as ODI captain

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs against Australia in ODIs. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni and Shikhar Dhawan

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs against Australia in ODIs. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni and Shikhar Dhawan

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 Indian batters with most runs against Australia in ODIs

Plenty has happened in Indian Cricket in the past couple of days, and even though Shubman Gill's appointment as the new ODI skipper was the biggest draw, the reports of two stalwarts, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, getting picked on merit from now onwards, leading up to the 2027 ODI World Cup, have also made headlines. The two former captains returned to the Indian side for the first time since their 2025 Champions Trophy triumph in March (this year), leading the star-studded batting attack for the forthcoming Australia One-Dayers.&nbsp;A Times of India (TOI) report has stated that the selectors picked the batting greats for the three-match Australia ODIs based on their performances in their last outing for India (during the multi-team tournament), and in the future, they shall be considered for selection on merit only.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-odis-nitish-reddy-gets-maiden-call-up-bumrah-rested-check-full-squad-rohit-sharma-virat-kohli-1759570877137">IND vs AUS ODIs: Nitish Reddy gets maiden call up, Bumrah rested - Check full squad</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, upon replacing Rahul Dravid as the new India head coach in July 2024, Gautam Gambhir worked closely with chief selector Ajit Agarkar, preparing the roadmap for the next 50-over World Cup in Africa. Considering Rohit and Virat’s form and their retirement announcements from the remaining two formats, the selectors were left wondering about their willingness to continue playing ODIs for another two years. &nbsp;However, ahead of the marquee ODI series against Australia, the selectors took a tough call to name a new captain in Gill. Shubman, who replaced Rohit as the new Test skipper earlier, will now be leading India in the 50-over format Down Under. &nbsp;“It has been a collective effort by Gambhir and Agarkar. They understand that it will be tough for both Rohit and Kohli to be at their peak after two years, given that they are in their late 30s. They didn’t want to be caught off guard if suddenly Rohit or Kohli’s form dipped. It would have created chaos in the leadership group. The duo announcing retirement from Tests days before the selection for the England tour was a case in point,” a BCCI source said, as quoted by the TOI.&nbsp; &nbsp;“The team won the Champions Trophy and two Tests in England even without Bumrah. It has given the confidence that no one is indispensable in the current scenario,” he continued.<h3>So, why Gill over Rohit?</h3>Since Rohit retired from the two formats, leading the dressing room in just one format would have invited conflict, something the board and the management would want to avoid ahead of two crucial years for Indian cricket. Shedding light on the same, the BCCI source said,&nbsp; &nbsp;“A player of Rohit’s stature in a leadership role would have meant he would get to drive his philosophy in the dressing room. But with him playing only in ODIs, a format which is played the least, it could have disturbed the team culture. Gambhir had taken a back seat in Tests and ODIs in the first six months of his assignment, but the debacles against New Zealand and Australia prompted him to take charge more firmly.” &nbsp;Meanwhile, the white-ball leg of the series begins with three ODIs on Sunday (Oct 19) at the Optus Stadium in Perth.&nbsp;

The two former captains returned to the Indian side for the first time since their 2025 Champions Trophy triumph in March (this year), leading the star-studded batting attack for the forthcoming Australia One-Dayers.

Plenty has happened in Indian Cricket in the past couple of days, and even though Shubman Gill's appointment as the new ODI skipper was the biggest draw, the reports of two stalwarts, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, getting picked on merit from now onwards, leading up to the 2027 ODI World Cup, have also made headlines. The two former captains returned to the Indian side for the first time since their 2025 Champions Trophy triumph in March (this year), leading the star-studded batting attack for the forthcoming Australia One-Dayers. A Times of India (TOI) report has stated that the selectors picked the batting greats for the three-match Australia ODIs based on their performances in their last outing for India (during the multi-team tournament), and in the future, they shall be considered for selection on merit only. Also read | IND vs AUS ODIs: Nitish Reddy gets maiden call up, Bumrah rested - Check full squad Meanwhile, upon replacing Rahul Dravid as the new India head coach in July 2024, Gautam Gambhir worked closely with chief selector Ajit Agarkar, preparing the roadmap for the next 50-over World Cup in Africa. Considering Rohit and Virat’s form and their retirement announcements from the remaining two formats, the selectors were left wondering about their willingness to continue playing ODIs for another two years. However, ahead of the marquee ODI series against Australia, the selectors took a tough call to name a new captain in Gill. Shubman, who replaced Rohit as the new Test skipper earlier, will now be leading India in the 50-over format Down Under. “It has been a collective effort by Gambhir and Agarkar. They understand that it will be tough for both Rohit and Kohli to be at their peak after two years, given that they are in their late 30s. They didn’t want to be caught off guard if suddenly Rohit or Kohli’s form dipped. It would have created chaos in the leadership group. The duo announcing retirement from Tests days before the selection for the England tour was a case in point,” a BCCI source said, as quoted by the TOI. “The team won the Champions Trophy and two Tests in England even without Bumrah. It has given the confidence that no one is indispensable in the current scenario,” he continued. So, why Gill over Rohit? Since Rohit retired from the two formats, leading the dressing room in just one format would have invited conflict, something the board and the management would want to avoid ahead of two crucial years for Indian cricket. Shedding light on the same, the BCCI source said, “A player of Rohit’s stature in a leadership role would have meant he would get to drive his philosophy in the dressing room. But with him playing only in ODIs, a format which is played the least, it could have disturbed the team culture. Gambhir had taken a back seat in Tests and ODIs in the first six months of his assignment, but the debacles against New Zealand and Australia prompted him to take charge more firmly.” Meanwhile, the white-ball leg of the series begins with three ODIs on Sunday (Oct 19) at the Optus Stadium in Perth.

The two former captains returned to the Indian side for the first time since their 2025 Champions Trophy triumph in March (this year), leading the star-studded batting attack for the forthcoming Australia One-Dayers.

Rohit, Kohli to be picked on merit leading up to the 2027 ODI World Cup – Report

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday (Oct 4) announced India’s squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia, starting on Oct 19. Shubman Gill will lead the team, taking over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma, while Shreyas Iyer has been named as vice-captain. Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who retired from Test cricket earlier this year, are part of this ODI squad for the Australian tour. Wicket-keeper Dhruv Jurel has also earned his first One Day International call-up and will serve as the backup wicketkeeper to KL Rahul.&nbsp;&nbsp;All-rounder Hardik Pandya and fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah have been rested for the series. While, Mohammed Siraj returns to the squad after missing the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this year and will lead the pace attack alongside Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna and Harshit Rana.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/abhishek-sharma-bags-golden-duck-in-odi-vs-aus-a-ahead-of-india-s-australia-tour-squad-selection-1759560678160">Ahead of India's Australia tour squad selection, Asia Cup 2025 hero Abhishek Sharma bags GOLDEN DUCK in ODI vs AUS-A</a>&nbsp;In spin department, Kuldeep Yadav is the only specialist spinner in the team, as Chakaravarthy was not picked due to the expected pacer friendly pitch conditions in Australia. Among the all-rounders, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy have been included in the team, while veteran Ravindra Jadeja has been left out.&nbsp;&nbsp;This series in Australia will mark India’s first ODI outing since their ICC Champions Trophy win in March, this year.&nbsp;Also Check - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-active-indian-batters-with-most-centuries-in-test-cricket-kl-rahul-shubman-gill-rishabh-pant-yashasvi-jaiswal-ravindra-jadeja-1759488538100">From KL Rahul to Ravindra Jadeja, 5 active Indian batters with most centuries in Test cricket</a><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

Wicket-keeper Dhruv Jurel and all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy have been included in India's ODI squad for the Australia series. Both players are yet to make their debuts in the 50-over format.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday (Oct 4) announced India’s squad for the three-match ODI series against Australia, starting on Oct 19. Shubman Gill will lead the team, taking over the captaincy from Rohit Sharma, while Shreyas Iyer has been named as vice-captain. Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who retired from Test cricket earlier this year, are part of this ODI squad for the Australian tour. Wicket-keeper Dhruv Jurel has also earned his first One Day International call-up and will serve as the backup wicketkeeper to KL Rahul. All-rounder Hardik Pandya and fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah have been rested for the series. While, Mohammed Siraj returns to the squad after missing the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this year and will lead the pace attack alongside Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna and Harshit Rana. Also Read - Ahead of India's Australia tour squad selection, Asia Cup 2025 hero Abhishek Sharma bags GOLDEN DUCK in ODI vs AUS-A In spin department, Kuldeep Yadav is the only specialist spinner in the team, as Chakaravarthy was not picked due to the expected pacer friendly pitch conditions in Australia. Among the all-rounders, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar and Nitish Kumar Reddy have been included in the team, while veteran Ravindra Jadeja has been left out. This series in Australia will mark India’s first ODI outing since their ICC Champions Trophy win in March, this year. Also Check - From KL Rahul to Ravindra Jadeja, 5 active Indian batters with most centuries in Test cricket India’s ODI squad for Australia tour 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

Wicket-keeper Dhruv Jurel and all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy have been included in India's ODI squad for the Australia series. Both players are yet to make their debuts in the 50-over format.

IND vs AUS ODIs: Nitish Reddy gets maiden call up, Bumrah rested - Check full squad

India tour of Australia: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were named in India's 15-man squad for the three-match series, starting October 19. Shubman Gill replaced Rohit as the new captain of the one-day international side.


Shubman Gill replaces Rohit Sharma as India's ODI captain

As Shubman Gill was named the new ODI captain on Saturday (Oct 4), ahead of India's white ball tour to Australia, let's glance at the key records of the outgoing Indian ODI Captain Rohit Sharma.

As Shubman Gill was named the new ODI captain on Saturday (Oct 4), ahead of India's white ball tour to Australia, let's glance at the key records of the outgoing Indian ODI Captain Rohit Sharma.

What is Rohit Sharma’s record as ODI captain? Wins, runs, centuries, Champions Trophy, Asia Cup and World Cup achievements

India ODI skipper Rohit Sharma's fitness has been an intense topic of discussion in the last couple of years. The Mumbai-based batter, who no longer plays T20Is or Tests for India, has turned it around in a stunning manner. Rohit last played for India in Champions Trophy in March earlier this year which India won under his captaincy. The Hitman since has retired from Tests and didn't play on India tour of England. He's next expected to play on India's white-ball tour of Australia where he'll be leading the ODI team.<h2>Rohit sheds 10 kg in sensational weight loss journey</h2>The Indian ODI skipper was out of competitive cricket since IPL 2025 and people started questioning his match fitness. The recently announced Bronco fitness test by the BCCI also pushed fans to ask if Rohit will be able to clear it.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-files-complaint-against-pak-cricketers-haris-rauf-sahibzada-farhan-for-gun-and-airplane-gestures-in-india-vs-pak-match-1758773601922">BCCI files complaints against Pak's Rauf, Farhan for gestures during India match</a>The Hitman, in a fitting response, has shed 10 kg weight as shared by former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar in a social media post. Nayar, in his post, is standing by Rohit's side and wrote 10,000 grams as caption in a reference to the weight loss done by the India skipper. Have a look at the post below:

Rohit stuns internet with 10kg weight loss

<h2>Rohit's future with India</h2>Ever since Rohit announced retirement from Test earlier this year, following his retirement from T20Is last year after India's world cup win, there's been speculation around his future in the Indian team. The ODI World Cup is still two years away and by deciding to continue to play 50-over cricket, Rohit has indicated willingness to play another World Cup - and may be end it on a winning note after losing the final in the last ODI World Cup against Australia in 2023 at home. His participation, however, will be based on match-fitness and BCCI discretion come 2027 ODI World Cup.

Rohit, in a fitting response to critics questioning his fitness, has shed 10 kg weight as shared by former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar in a social media post.

India ODI skipper Rohit Sharma's fitness has been an intense topic of discussion in the last couple of years. The Mumbai-based batter, who no longer plays T20Is or Tests for India, has turned it around in a stunning manner. Rohit last played for India in Champions Trophy in March earlier this year which India won under his captaincy. The Hitman since has retired from Tests and didn't play on India tour of England. He's next expected to play on India's white-ball tour of Australia where he'll be leading the ODI team. Rohit sheds 10 kg in sensational weight loss journey The Indian ODI skipper was out of competitive cricket since IPL 2025 and people started questioning his match fitness. The recently announced Bronco fitness test by the BCCI also pushed fans to ask if Rohit will be able to clear it. Also Read - BCCI files complaints against Pak's Rauf, Farhan for gestures during India match The Hitman, in a fitting response, has shed 10 kg weight as shared by former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar in a social media post. Nayar, in his post, is standing by Rohit's side and wrote 10,000 grams as caption in a reference to the weight loss done by the India skipper. Have a look at the post below:

Rohit, in a fitting response to critics questioning his fitness, has shed 10 kg weight as shared by former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar in a social media post.

India ODI captain Rohit stuns fans and critics with 10,000 grams weight loss ahead of upcoming Australia tour

Abu Dhabi witnessed a rather bizarre moment at the toss between India and Oman at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Friday (Sep 19). India’s skipper Suryakumar Yadav won the toss after Oman’s captain called it wrong and without hesitation, chose to bat first; a move aimed at testing India’s depth in the UAE conditions and putting up a big score ahead of the Super 4 stage. But what followed at the presentation was unusual and drew plenty of laughter from the presenter and the crowd.&nbsp;When asked about changes in the playing XI, Suryakumar started confidently: “We have two changes, Harshit comes in, one more guy comes in…” He paused for a second, smiled, and added, “I have become like Rohit .” Suryakumar was quoted saying at the toss.&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sl-vs-ban-asia-cup-2025-super-four-live-streaming-and-weather-forecast-when-and-where-to-watch-live-in-india-1758256124085"> SL vs BAN, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India</a><h2>The missing name? Arshdeep Singh</h2>That little slip instantly reminded fans of Rohit Sharma, who has often forgotten whether India is batting first or bowling, or even the names of players coming in and out of the XI. Surya’s candid mix-up went viral within minutes, with many joking that he had pulled off a classic Rohit moment.&nbsp;As for the cricket, Arshdeep Singh, whose name slipped Surya’s mind, came in for Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested for this match. The young left-arm pacer is on the brink of history, needing just one wicket to become the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 internationals.&nbsp;In 64 matches so far, Arshdeep has taken 99 wickets with an impressive best of 4/9. His consistency with the new ball and accuracy at the death has made him one of India’s most reliable bowlers in the format. Crossing the 100-wicket mark will put him in elite company and further cement his place as one of India’s premier bowlers in 20 over cricket.<h3>Here is India's playing XI against Oman in the Asia Cup 2025 -</h3>&nbsp;Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Sanju Samson(w), Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav

Without hesitation, Suryakumar Yadav chose to bat first; a move aimed at testing India’s depth in the UAE conditions and putting up a big score ahead of the Super 4 stage.

Abu Dhabi witnessed a rather bizarre moment at the toss between India and Oman at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Friday (Sep 19). India’s skipper Suryakumar Yadav won the toss after Oman’s captain called it wrong and without hesitation, chose to bat first; a move aimed at testing India’s depth in the UAE conditions and putting up a big score ahead of the Super 4 stage. But what followed at the presentation was unusual and drew plenty of laughter from the presenter and the crowd. When asked about changes in the playing XI, Suryakumar started confidently: “We have two changes, Harshit comes in, one more guy comes in…” He paused for a second, smiled, and added, “I have become like Rohit .” Suryakumar was quoted saying at the toss. Also read | SL vs BAN, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India The missing name? Arshdeep Singh That little slip instantly reminded fans of Rohit Sharma, who has often forgotten whether India is batting first or bowling, or even the names of players coming in and out of the XI. Surya’s candid mix-up went viral within minutes, with many joking that he had pulled off a classic Rohit moment. As for the cricket, Arshdeep Singh, whose name slipped Surya’s mind, came in for Jasprit Bumrah, who was rested for this match. The young left-arm pacer is on the brink of history, needing just one wicket to become the first Indian bowler to claim 100 wickets in T20 internationals. In 64 matches so far, Arshdeep has taken 99 wickets with an impressive best of 4/9. His consistency with the new ball and accuracy at the death has made him one of India’s most reliable bowlers in the format. Crossing the 100-wicket mark will put him in elite company and further cement his place as one of India’s premier bowlers in 20 over cricket. Here is India's playing XI against Oman in the Asia Cup 2025 - Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Sanju Samson(w), Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav

Without hesitation, Suryakumar Yadav chose to bat first; a move aimed at testing India’s depth in the UAE conditions and putting up a big score ahead of the Super 4 stage.

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025: Suryakumar pulls a classic Rohit at the toss, misses out on THIS player’s name

Fans showed a cold response to India’s Asia Cup 2025 opener as empty seats became the talk of the town at Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. India, defending Asia Cup champions kick kick-started their Asia Cup 2025 campaign against hosts UAE on Wednesday (Sep 10). However, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli not in the T20I set-up any longer, very few fans turned up for the match. Visuals on television sets clearly indicated that fans eagerly miss the services of India’s two great batters.<h2>Fans show cold response</h2>The stadium, which hosted the Champions Trophy 2025 final in March, has a capacity of 25,000 and barely had an empty seat during the summit clash. However, fast forward to India’s Asia Cup opener, and it was a completely opposite picture as the stadium was spotted with empty seats. This clearly indicated that fans missed the services of Virat and Rohit, who no longer represent India in the T20I format.&nbsp;The star duo announced their retirements from the T20I format after India won the 2024 T20 World Cup in the Caribbean islands. After the win Rohit, Virat, alongside Ravindra Jadeja called time on their T20I careers. The duo is currently active in the ODI format only having also announced Test retirement in May.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-full-squads-complete-fixtures-date-time-venue-and-live-streaming-details-check-all-details-1755585771834">Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details</a><h2>What happened in the opening contest?</h2>India won the toss against the UAE in the opening contest, meaning they broke the 15-match streak without winning the toss. Suryakumar Yadav elected to bowl first at the Dubai International Stadium, a decision which proved to be right. At the time of writing, hosts UAE were 53/7 in 11.3 overs as Indian bowlers dominated the stage.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a><h2>India vs UAE, Playing XI&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>India&nbsp;(Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun ChakaravarthyUnited Arab Emirates&nbsp;(Playing XI): Muhammad Waseem(c), Alishan Sharafu, Muhammad Zohaib, Rahul Chopra(w), Asif Khan, Harshit Kaushik, Haider Ali, Dhruv Parashar, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Junaid Siddique, Simranjeet Singh

The stadium, which hosted the Champions Trophy 2025 final in March, has a capacity of 25,000 and barely had an empty seat during the summit clash. However, fast forward to India’s Asia Cup opener, and it was a completely opposite picture as the stadium was spotted with empty seats. 

Fans showed a cold response to India’s Asia Cup 2025 opener as empty seats became the talk of the town at Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. India, defending Asia Cup champions kick kick-started their Asia Cup 2025 campaign against hosts UAE on Wednesday (Sep 10). However, with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli not in the T20I set-up any longer, very few fans turned up for the match. Visuals on television sets clearly indicated that fans eagerly miss the services of India’s two great batters. Fans show cold response The stadium, which hosted the Champions Trophy 2025 final in March, has a capacity of 25,000 and barely had an empty seat during the summit clash. However, fast forward to India’s Asia Cup opener, and it was a completely opposite picture as the stadium was spotted with empty seats. This clearly indicated that fans missed the services of Virat and Rohit, who no longer represent India in the T20I format. The star duo announced their retirements from the T20I format after India won the 2024 T20 World Cup in the Caribbean islands. After the win Rohit, Virat, alongside Ravindra Jadeja called time on their T20I careers. The duo is currently active in the ODI format only having also announced Test retirement in May. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details What happened in the opening contest? India won the toss against the UAE in the opening contest, meaning they broke the 15-match streak without winning the toss. Suryakumar Yadav elected to bowl first at the Dubai International Stadium, a decision which proved to be right. At the time of writing, hosts UAE were 53/7 in 11.3 overs as Indian bowlers dominated the stage. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) India vs UAE, Playing XI India (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy United Arab Emirates (Playing XI): Muhammad Waseem(c), Alishan Sharafu, Muhammad Zohaib, Rahul Chopra(w), Asif Khan, Harshit Kaushik, Haider Ali, Dhruv Parashar, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Junaid Siddique, Simranjeet Singh

The stadium, which hosted the Champions Trophy 2025 final in March, has a capacity of 25,000 and barely had an empty seat during the summit clash. However, fast forward to India’s Asia Cup opener, and it was a completely opposite picture as the stadium was spotted with empty seats.&nbsp;

Asia Cup 2025: Virat-Rohit's absence felt in Dubai as fans show cold response in India's tournament opener

From Suryakumar Yadav to Virat Kohli, here is a list of five unique Indian batters with most T20I runs in a calendar year. The honourable list also features the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya. 

From Suryakumar Yadav to Virat Kohli, here is a list of five unique Indian batters with most T20I runs in a calendar year. The honourable list also features the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya.&nbsp;

From Suryakumar Yadav to Virat Kohli, 5 unique Indian batters with most T20I runs in a calendar year

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here is a look at five unique Indian batters with 2000+ international runs in a calendar year. The list also features legendary batters like Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar.

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here is a look at five unique Indian batters with 2000+ international runs in a calendar year. The list also features legendary batters like Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar.

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 unique Indian batters with 2000+ international runs in a calendar year

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, here is a list of five Indian batters with 1000+ ODI runs vs Australia. The honourable list also consists legendary names like Rohit Sharma, MS Dhoni and Shikhar Dhawan. 

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, here is a list of five Indian batters with 1000+ ODI runs vs Australia. The honourable list also consists legendary names like Rohit Sharma, MS Dhoni and Shikhar Dhawan.&nbsp;

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with 1000+ ODI runs vs Australia

From Rohit Sharma to Muhammad Waseem, here's a look at the top five captains with most sixes in T20 Internationals. This list also includes Eoin Morgan, Aaron Finch and Kendel Kadowaki Fleming.

From Rohit Sharma to Muhammad Waseem, here's a look at the top five captains with most sixes in T20 Internationals. This list also includes Eoin Morgan, Aaron Finch and Kendel Kadowaki Fleming.

From Rohit Sharma to Muhammad Waseem, 5 captains with most sixes in T20 Internationals, no.5 will surprise you

Out-of-favour Indian spinner Ravi Bishnoi has reacted to the shocking retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, after the duo called time on their Test career in May. Both Rohit and Virat announced their retirement from the red-ball format before the England series, leaving a huge hole to fill in. However, neither Virat nor Rohit got a farewell match as the last series happened to be in Australia, where India lost 3-1.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a><h2>Bishnoi reacts to sacking</h2>“It is actually shocking, because you always want to see them retire from the field. For such big legends, you want them to leave while still being on the field; that looks much better. And what both of them have done for India, in my view, there is no one even close,” Bishnoi said on the Game Changers podcast.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-full-squads-complete-fixtures-date-time-venue-and-live-streaming-details-check-all-details-1755585771834">Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details</a>&nbsp;Bishnoi, who has been a feature in the Indian T20I side, was dropped from the Asia Cup 2025 squad, which was announced on Aug 19. He was left out of the squad in favour of Kukdeep Yadav and Axar Patel, while the Indian team relies on the services of Jasprit Bumrah, Nitish Rana and Arshdeep Singh. Shivam Dube is another player who was included with Abhishek Sharma, and is another spin option in the team.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-india-s-probable-playing-xi-shubman-gill-to-open-sanju-samson-at-no-3-tilak-varma-to-miss-out-1755663441686">Asia Cup 2025, India's Probable Playing XI: Shubman Gill to open, Sanju Samson at No.3; Tilak Varma to miss out</a>&nbsp;For Rohit, the MCG Test match turned out to be his last for the Indian team, while Virat’s last appearance was in the Sydney Test. They both were in contention to be in the Indian team for the England tour, but in May, they abruptly decided to retire from the format. ‘They are now likely to be in the Indian team for the Australian tour that starts on October 19, with Rohit set to lead in the ODI format.

Ravi Bishnoi, who has been a feature in the Indian T20I side, was dropped from the Asia Cup 2025 squad, which was announced on Aug 19. 

Out-of-favour Indian spinner Ravi Bishnoi has reacted to the shocking retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, after the duo called time on their Test career in May. Both Rohit and Virat announced their retirement from the red-ball format before the England series, leaving a huge hole to fill in. However, neither Virat nor Rohit got a farewell match as the last series happened to be in Australia, where India lost 3-1. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) Bishnoi reacts to sacking “It is actually shocking, because you always want to see them retire from the field. For such big legends, you want them to leave while still being on the field; that looks much better. And what both of them have done for India, in my view, there is no one even close,” Bishnoi said on the Game Changers podcast. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details Bishnoi, who has been a feature in the Indian T20I side, was dropped from the Asia Cup 2025 squad, which was announced on Aug 19. He was left out of the squad in favour of Kukdeep Yadav and Axar Patel, while the Indian team relies on the services of Jasprit Bumrah, Nitish Rana and Arshdeep Singh. Shivam Dube is another player who was included with Abhishek Sharma, and is another spin option in the team. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025, India's Probable Playing XI: Shubman Gill to open, Sanju Samson at No.3; Tilak Varma to miss out For Rohit, the MCG Test match turned out to be his last for the Indian team, while Virat’s last appearance was in the Sydney Test. They both were in contention to be in the Indian team for the England tour, but in May, they abruptly decided to retire from the format. ‘ They are now likely to be in the Indian team for the Australian tour that starts on October 19, with Rohit set to lead in the ODI format.

Ravi Bishnoi, who has been a feature in the Indian T20I side, was dropped from the Asia Cup 2025 squad, which was announced on Aug 19.&nbsp;

'It is actually shocking': Ravi Bishnoi reacts on Rohit, Virat not getting farewell match

Sam Billings, by guiding Oval Invincibles to their third consecutive Hundred title, became the joint-third most successful captain with five T20 titles as captain. MS Dhoni tops list with 9 titles as captain while Rohit is second with 8. Pak's Shoaib Malik shares 3rd place with Billings.

Sam Billings, by guiding Oval Invincibles to their third consecutive Hundred title, became the joint-third most successful captain with five T20 titles as captain. MS Dhoni tops list with 9 titles as captain while Rohit is second with 8. Pak's Shoaib Malik shares 3rd place with Billings.

Meet players to win most T20 titles as captain - of course, Dhoni tops the list

Sam Billings-led Oval Invincibles beat Trent Rockets to win men's The Hundred 2025 on Sunday (Aug 31). With the win, Billings etched his name in the history as one of the most successful skippers in shortest format of the game. He now has five titles to his name as skipper, only behind India legends MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma in the list. Dhoni tops the list with 9 T20 titles to his name as captain (5 IPLs, 2 Champions League, 1 Asia Cup, 1 T20 World Cup) while Rohit comes second with 8 T20 titles as captain (5 IPLs, 2 Champions League, 1 T20 World Cup).<h2>Sam Billings joins Most T20 titles as captains list</h2>The latest Hundred men's title with the Oval Invincibles was Billings' third as skipper. He also led Dubai Capitals to ILT20 title this year and had won the T20 blast as skipper with Kent Spitfires in 2021. He shares the number three position on most T20 titles as skipper list with Pakistan's Shoaib Malik while West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo is next with four trophies..Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-oldest-djokovic-emulates-jimmy-connors-goes-past-federer-and-agassi-in-historic-us-open-2025-r16-win-1756704948883">'Oldest' Djokovic emulates Jimmy Connors, goes past Federer and Agassi in historic US Open R16 win</a>Malik has won five titles as Sialkot Stallions skipper in Pakistan's National T20 Cup. Bravo, on the other hand, won a title each with St Kitts &amp; Nevis Patriots and Trinidad &amp; Tobago Red Steel and two with Trinbago Knight Riders as captain in Caribbean Premier League (CPL).<h2>Oval Invincibles create history with three-peat of The Hundred titles</h2>Oval Invincibles' latest The Hundred trophy made them the first team in the competition to score a three-peat. Before winning it in 2025, they had won the titles in 2024 and 2023 as well. Overall, they are sixth team in the history to win a T20 title three times or more back-to-back.Before the Invincibles, the feat was achieved by Victoria (Australia T20 competition) in 2005-06, 2006-07 &amp;, 2007-08, Sialkot Stallions (Pakistan National T20 Cup) in 2006, 2006-07, 2007-08, 2009, 2009-10, Wayamba (Sri Lanka Domestic T20 Cup) in 2008, 2009 &amp; 2010, Trinidad and Tobago (Caribbean T20 Cup) in 2011, 2012 and 2013, Titans (South Africa T20) in 2015, 2016 &amp; 2017, and Jaffna Kings (Sri Lanka Premier League) in 2020, 2021 &amp; 2022.

Oval Invincibles captain Sam Billings, with five T20 titles as captain, is now joint-third on the list behind MS Dhoni (9) and Rohit Sharma (8). He shares the third place on the list with Pakistan's Shoaib Malik.

Sam Billings-led Oval Invincibles beat Trent Rockets to win men's The Hundred 2025 on Sunday (Aug 31). With the win, Billings etched his name in the history as one of the most successful skippers in shortest format of the game. He now has five titles to his name as skipper, only behind India legends MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma in the list. Dhoni tops the list with 9 T20 titles to his name as captain (5 IPLs, 2 Champions League, 1 Asia Cup, 1 T20 World Cup) while Rohit comes second with 8 T20 titles as captain (5 IPLs, 2 Champions League, 1 T20 World Cup). Sam Billings joins Most T20 titles as captains list The latest Hundred men's title with the Oval Invincibles was Billings' third as skipper. He also led Dubai Capitals to ILT20 title this year and had won the T20 blast as skipper with Kent Spitfires in 2021. He shares the number three position on most T20 titles as skipper list with Pakistan's Shoaib Malik while West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo is next with four trophies.. Also Read - 'Oldest' Djokovic emulates Jimmy Connors, goes past Federer and Agassi in historic US Open R16 win Malik has won five titles as Sialkot Stallions skipper in Pakistan's National T20 Cup. Bravo, on the other hand, won a title each with St Kitts & Nevis Patriots and Trinidad & Tobago Red Steel and two with Trinbago Knight Riders as captain in Caribbean Premier League (CPL). Oval Invincibles create history with three-peat of The Hundred titles Oval Invincibles' latest The Hundred trophy made them the first team in the competition to score a three-peat. Before winning it in 2025, they had won the titles in 2024 and 2023 as well. Overall, they are sixth team in the history to win a T20 title three times or more back-to-back. Before the Invincibles, the feat was achieved by Victoria (Australia T20 competition) in 2005-06, 2006-07 &, 2007-08, Sialkot Stallions (Pakistan National T20 Cup) in 2006, 2006-07, 2007-08, 2009, 2009-10, Wayamba (Sri Lanka Domestic T20 Cup) in 2008, 2009 & 2010, Trinidad and Tobago (Caribbean T20 Cup) in 2011, 2012 and 2013, Titans (South Africa T20) in 2015, 2016 & 2017, and Jaffna Kings (Sri Lanka Premier League) in 2020, 2021 & 2022.

Oval Invincibles captain Sam Billings, with five T20 titles as captain, is now joint-third on the list behind MS Dhoni (9) and Rohit Sharma (8). He shares the third place on the list with Pakistan's Shoaib Malik.

Next to Dhoni and Rohit - Sam Billings now has most T20 titles as captain after leading Oval Invincibles to third straight trophy

From Virat Kohli to Steve Smith, here's a look at the top six players who played in five or more ICC finals.

From Virat Kohli to Steve Smith, here's a look at the top six players who played in five or more ICC finals.

From Virat Kohli to Steve Smith, 6 players who played in five or more ICC finals

Let alone the Yo-Yo test, Team India’s ODI captain Rohit Sharma will have to report at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru (on September 13) and undergo and clear the newly-introduced Bronco test. A source close to the information revealed that the Indian ODI captain will be at the training facility for three days, undergoing tests and practising to fine-tune his preparations for the away One-Day series against Australia in October. A Times of India (TOI) report claims that Rohit will undergo all fitness tests at the facility's different ground, and not at their main ground, because of the scheduled Duleep Trophy final (from September 11-15).&nbsp;"Yes, Rohit will be at the BCCI's CoE from September 13 for fitness tests. He will be based here for two-three days and will also practice at the facility to fine-tune his preparations for the Australia white-ball tour in October,” a source close to the information said to TOI. "With the CoE also staging the Duleep Trophy final at its main ground (A) from September 11-15, Rohit will undergo fitness tests and train at a different ground at the same facility."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ravi-ashwin-awe-struck-by-ms-dhoni-fitness-as-he-reveals-reason-behind-ipl-retirement-1756445248188">‘Tired’ Ashwin awe-struck by MS Dhoni’s fitness as he reveals reason behind IPL retirement</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, there is also growing speculation that Rohit and his batting partner, Virat Kohli, may feature for India A against Australia A in a three-match One-Day series to be played at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur on September 30, October 3 and 5. Should they feature, this shadow series shall serve as the right preparation for the pair for their next international assignment (three-match ODIs against Australia starting mid-October). &nbsp;Perth will host the series opener (on Oct 19) before the action moves to Adelaide (Oct 23) and Sydney (Oct 25). Three T20Is will follow, with Canberra (Oct 29), Melbourne (Oct 31) and Hobart (Nov 2) hosting the games, respectively. &nbsp;Since Rohit and Kohli play only one format, Australia ODIs will be their next destination.&nbsp; &nbsp;Rohit, however, has been training at Mumbai Cricket Association’s BKC facility with close friend and former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar.&nbsp;

A source close to the information revealed that the Indian ODI captain will be at the training facility for three days, undergoing tests and practising to fine-tune his preparations for the away One-Day series against Australia in October.

Let alone the Yo-Yo test, Team India’s ODI captain Rohit Sharma will have to report at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru (on September 13) and undergo and clear the newly-introduced Bronco test. A source close to the information revealed that the Indian ODI captain will be at the training facility for three days, undergoing tests and practising to fine-tune his preparations for the away One-Day series against Australia in October. A Times of India (TOI) report claims that Rohit will undergo all fitness tests at the facility's different ground, and not at their main ground, because of the scheduled Duleep Trophy final (from September 11-15). "Yes, Rohit will be at the BCCI's CoE from September 13 for fitness tests. He will be based here for two-three days and will also practice at the facility to fine-tune his preparations for the Australia white-ball tour in October,” a source close to the information said to TOI. "With the CoE also staging the Duleep Trophy final at its main ground (A) from September 11-15, Rohit will undergo fitness tests and train at a different ground at the same facility." Also read | ‘Tired’ Ashwin awe-struck by MS Dhoni’s fitness as he reveals reason behind IPL retirement Meanwhile, there is also growing speculation that Rohit and his batting partner, Virat Kohli, may feature for India A against Australia A in a three-match One-Day series to be played at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur on September 30, October 3 and 5. Should they feature, this shadow series shall serve as the right preparation for the pair for their next international assignment (three-match ODIs against Australia starting mid-October). Perth will host the series opener (on Oct 19) before the action moves to Adelaide (Oct 23) and Sydney (Oct 25). Three T20Is will follow, with Canberra (Oct 29), Melbourne (Oct 31) and Hobart (Nov 2) hosting the games, respectively. Since Rohit and Kohli play only one format, Australia ODIs will be their next destination. Rohit, however, has been training at Mumbai Cricket Association’s BKC facility with close friend and former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar.

A source close to the information revealed that the Indian ODI captain will be at the training facility for three days, undergoing tests and practising to fine-tune his preparations for the away One-Day series against Australia in October.

Rohit Sharma to undergo newly-introduced Bronco test at BCCI’s CoE ahead of Australia ODIs

From Tilak Varma to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with fastest T20I centuries.

From Tilak Varma to Abhishek Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with fastest T20I centuries.

From Tilak Varma to Abhishek Sharma, 5 Indian batters with fastest T20I centuries

The ODI World Cup 2027 is nearly an year and half away but India batters <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rohit-sharma">Rohit Sharma</a> and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/virat-kohli">Virat Kohli</a>'s participation in the quadrennial event is already a hot topic. The duo, who recently retired from Test format, have already called their time on T20s after India's 2024 World Cup win. Available to play in only 50-over format, there are speculations going around if they'll be playing till 2027 and more importantly, be match-fit. Speaking on the same, former India batter Manoj Tiwary made a startling claim about the duo's potential participation in the next ODI World Cup.<h2>Tiwary points out Bronco Test as hurdle for Rohit Sharma</h2>The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently introduced Bronco Test to measure the fitness of the players. According to Tiwary, passing the Test could be a problem for Rohit and in fact, it has been introduced to keep "players like Rohit Sharma and someone who I believe they don't want them to be part of the team in future."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-2025-zarazua-ranked-82-beats-ao-2025-winner-keys-to-become-first-mexican-to-win-a-major-match-since-1995-1756196715239">Zarazua beats AO 2025 champ, becomes 1st Mexican to win a major match since 1995</a>“I think it will be very difficult to keep out Virat Kohli from the plans for 2027 World Cup. But I have a doubt that they are going to look at Rohit Sharma into the scheme of things," Tiwary said during an interaction with cricket news website CricTracker.<h2>What is Bronco Test?</h2>Bronco Test is very popular to measure fitness level of athletes, especially in Rugby. In this test, the athletes are expected to run back and forth to 60-metre, 40-metre, and 20-metre mark to complete a set starting from 60-metre. There are multiple sets one player has to complete to pass the fitness Test.While Kohli is known to keep fitness paramount and is still believed to be in good shape, Rohit, on the other hand, might face some difficulties, according to Tiwary, given his age. &nbsp;

Bronco Test requires players to run back and forth to 60-metre, 40-metre, and 20-metre mark multiple times and Tiwary says it has been introduced to keep Rohit out of India's ODI World Cup 2027 plans.

The ODI World Cup 2027 is nearly an year and half away but India batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's participation in the quadrennial event is already a hot topic. The duo, who recently retired from Test format, have already called their time on T20s after India's 2024 World Cup win. Available to play in only 50-over format, there are speculations going around if they'll be playing till 2027 and more importantly, be match-fit. Speaking on the same, former India batter Manoj Tiwary made a startling claim about the duo's potential participation in the next ODI World Cup. Tiwary points out Bronco Test as hurdle for Rohit Sharma The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently introduced Bronco Test to measure the fitness of the players. According to Tiwary, passing the Test could be a problem for Rohit and in fact, it has been introduced to keep "players like Rohit Sharma and someone who I believe they don't want them to be part of the team in future." Also Read - Zarazua beats AO 2025 champ, becomes 1st Mexican to win a major match since 1995 “I think it will be very difficult to keep out Virat Kohli from the plans for 2027 World Cup. But I have a doubt that they are going to look at Rohit Sharma into the scheme of things," Tiwary said during an interaction with cricket news website CricTracker. What is Bronco Test? Bronco Test is very popular to measure fitness level of athletes, especially in Rugby. In this test, the athletes are expected to run back and forth to 60-metre, 40-metre, and 20-metre mark to complete a set starting from 60-metre. There are multiple sets one player has to complete to pass the fitness Test. While Kohli is known to keep fitness paramount and is still believed to be in good shape, Rohit, on the other hand, might face some difficulties, according to Tiwary, given his age.

Bronco Test requires players to run back and forth to 60-metre, 40-metre, and 20-metre mark multiple times and Tiwary says it has been introduced to keep Rohit out of India's ODI World Cup 2027 plans.

'Bronco Test introduced to keep Rohit out of 2027 ODI WC,' says ex-India batter Manoj Tiwary

From Virat Kohli to Cheteshwar Pujara, here's a look at the top six shocking retirements in international cricket in 2025.

From Virat Kohli to Cheteshwar Pujara, here's a look at the top six shocking retirements in international cricket in 2025

From Virat Kohli to Cheteshwar Pujara, 6 shocking retirements in international cricket in 2025

Rohit Sharma called time on his Test career earlier this year, a week before his teammate and batting giant Virat Kohli also did the same. The former Test skipper featured in 68 matches, scoring 4301 runs at a batting average just above 40 (40.58). Having already retired from the shortest format last year following India's second T20 World Cup triumph (in the Americas), Rohit now plays just one format (ODIs). Reflecting on his time playing Test cricket, Rohit noted some of its aspects, including the format draining mentally and testing each player to their limits.&nbsp;Speaking (on a panel discussion) during a CEAT event on preparing for the big moments, Rohit said it is something everyone does in the background because of the format’s longevity. Citing the example of young kids who grew up in Mumbai playing club cricket, Rohit said they are trained from the beginning to prepare well for longer formats. &nbsp; &nbsp;"It is something that you prepare for, because the game demands longevity," he said. "Especially in the Test format, you have to last for five days. Mentally, it is very challenging, and it is draining as well. But all cricketers have been brought up playing First-Class cricket.&nbsp;"When we start playing cricket at a competitive level, even in Mumbai, club cricket (matches) go on for two days (or) three days, so we are built like that, and it starts at a very young age for us. It kind of makes it a little easier how to respond to situations that are there in front of you," he added.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/gill-gambhir-lack-of-trust-in-arshdeep-left-him-impatient-on-uk-tour-punjab-coach-claims-1756124307866">‘Gill, Gambhir’s lack of trust in Arshdeep left him impatient on UK tour’ – Punjab coach claims</a> &nbsp;He said, although it’s all about fun and enjoying this game at the start, until everyone reaches a point where they realise how crucial it is to keep grinding and getting ready to spend longer hours on the field. &nbsp;"...when I started playing the sport, it was all about having fun, enjoying (it)," Rohit said "As you go on, you start playing age group cricket and you kind of keep moving forward from that. Slowly, as you meet a lot of senior players (and) coaches, they talk about how important it is to prepare well. &nbsp;"When you are very young, you don't understand the importance of preparation. But as you go along, you understand, it gives you a kind of discipline that the game asks for, so it starts with preparation, understanding what exactly you need to do," he said. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Rohit will next feature in Team India’s away three-match ODIs to Australia in October.

Reflecting on his time playing Test cricket, Rohit noted some of its aspects, including the format draining mentally and testing each player to their limits.

Rohit Sharma called time on his Test career earlier this year, a week before his teammate and batting giant Virat Kohli also did the same. The former Test skipper featured in 68 matches, scoring 4301 runs at a batting average just above 40 (40.58). Having already retired from the shortest format last year following India's second T20 World Cup triumph (in the Americas), Rohit now plays just one format (ODIs). Reflecting on his time playing Test cricket, Rohit noted some of its aspects, including the format draining mentally and testing each player to their limits. Speaking (on a panel discussion) during a CEAT event on preparing for the big moments, Rohit said it is something everyone does in the background because of the format’s longevity. Citing the example of young kids who grew up in Mumbai playing club cricket, Rohit said they are trained from the beginning to prepare well for longer formats. "It is something that you prepare for, because the game demands longevity," he said. "Especially in the Test format, you have to last for five days. Mentally, it is very challenging, and it is draining as well. But all cricketers have been brought up playing First-Class cricket. "When we start playing cricket at a competitive level, even in Mumbai, club cricket (matches) go on for two days (or) three days, so we are built like that, and it starts at a very young age for us. It kind of makes it a little easier how to respond to situations that are there in front of you," he added. Also read | ‘Gill, Gambhir’s lack of trust in Arshdeep left him impatient on UK tour’ – Punjab coach claims He said, although it’s all about fun and enjoying this game at the start, until everyone reaches a point where they realise how crucial it is to keep grinding and getting ready to spend longer hours on the field. "...when I started playing the sport, it was all about having fun, enjoying (it)," Rohit said "As you go on, you start playing age group cricket and you kind of keep moving forward from that. Slowly, as you meet a lot of senior players (and) coaches, they talk about how important it is to prepare well. "When you are very young, you don't understand the importance of preparation. But as you go along, you understand, it gives you a kind of discipline that the game asks for, so it starts with preparation, understanding what exactly you need to do," he said. Meanwhile, Rohit will next feature in Team India’s away three-match ODIs to Australia in October.

Reflecting on his time playing Test cricket, Rohit noted some of its aspects, including the format draining mentally and testing each player to their limits.

Test cricket tests you mentally, it’s draining – Rohit Sharma stresses on preparing well for longer format

India's current ODI captain, Rohit Sharma's next assignment will be India's tour of Australia in October this year. It will be interesting to watch his come back and how he will contribute to Team India with the bat.

India's current ODI captain, Rohit Sharma's next assignment will be India's tour of Australia in October this year. It will be interesting to watch his come back and how he will contribute to Team India with the bat.

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For a man known to dominate bowlers with ease, Mumbai’s traffic turned out to be a far trickier opponent for Rohit Sharma. The Indian captain was spotted driving his bright red Lamborghini Urus SE through the city’s packed streets on Saturday (August 23), only to end up at a complete standstill like thousands of other commuters. It was an unusual sight—one of the world’s finest cricketers behind the wheel of one of the world’s fastest SUVs, going nowhere on the city’s jammed roads.&nbsp;&nbsp;When fans noticed him waiting patiently at the signal, Rohit acknowledged them with a smile and and a cheerful thumbs-up. A small gesture, but one that instantly won hearts. The video went viral quickly on social media platforms. A user took it to X and wrote, “Rohit Sharma got stuck in Mumbai traffic in his new Lamborghini, but he still didn’t forget to wave to his fans while heading home after finishing training. The man with golden heart @ImRo45.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Rohit Sharma got stuck in Mumbai traffic in his new Lamborghini, but he still didn’t forget to wave to his fans while heading home after finishing training.❤️ The man with golden heart <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> 🐐 <a href="https://t.co/ioJvh93h7b">pic.twitter.com/ioJvh93h7b</a>&mdash; 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) <a href="https://twitter.com/rushiii_12/status/1958975876391215272?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Earlier this month, India’s ODI skipper Rohit Sharma welcomed a new set of wheels into his garage — a red Lamborghini Urus. The car was delivered to him in Mumbai recently, shortly after he gave away his previous Urus as part of a fan contest. What instantly caught attention, though, was the car’s registration number — 3015. Fans were quick to crack the code, realising the digits carry a personal touch. The “30” signifies December 30, the birthday of Rohit’s daughter Samaira, while “15” stands for November 15, the birthday of his son Ahaan. Put together, the digits also add up to 45, the jersey number the ‘Hitman’ proudly dons for India.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/cristiano-ronaldo-becomes-first-player-in-history-to-1755958715854">Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first player in HISTORY to...</a>&nbsp;Interestingly, Rohit’s previous Lamborghini had the number 264, a tribute to his record-breaking highest individual ODI score. With the new number plate, the India captain has now mixed both his cricketing milestones and his family’s special dates into his automotive choices.

WATCH | Rohit Sharma gets stuck in Mumbai traffic in his Lamborghini. What happens next will SHOCK you

For a man known to dominate bowlers with ease, Mumbai’s traffic turned out to be a far trickier opponent for Rohit Sharma. The Indian captain was spotted driving his bright red Lamborghini Urus SE through the city’s packed streets on Saturday (August 23), only to end up at a complete standstill like thousands of other commuters. It was an unusual sight—one of the world’s finest cricketers behind the wheel of one of the world’s fastest SUVs, going nowhere on the city’s jammed roads. When fans noticed him waiting patiently at the signal, Rohit acknowledged them with a smile and and a cheerful thumbs-up. A small gesture, but one that instantly won hearts. The video went viral quickly on social media platforms. A user took it to X and wrote, “Rohit Sharma got stuck in Mumbai traffic in his new Lamborghini, but he still didn’t forget to wave to his fans while heading home after finishing training. The man with golden heart @ImRo45.”

In a video that has gone viral on social media platforms, the 38-year-old Indian cricketer was spotted stuck in traffic after he was was on his way to home from training session

From Virat Kohli to Joe Root, here's a look at the top six highest-paid cricketers by national contracts.

From Virat Kohli to Joe Root, here's a look at the top six highest-paid cricketers by national contracts.

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