Shubman Gill is all set to make his ODI captaincy debut as India take on Australia in the opening contest on Sunday (Oct 19) at the Optus Stadium in Perth. In what will serve as the return game for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the Indian set-up, the Men in Blue will be prepared to give their best in the first of three ODI matches on Sunday. Leading into the contest, new captain Gill was full of praise for Virat and Rohit, stating he idolised them in his early days and looks forward to taking captaincy tips from them.<h2>Gill praises Rohit, Virat</h2>"I mean, obviously, these are the kind of players I used to idolise when I was growing up. The kind of hunger that they had used to inspire me. It is a big honour for me to be able to lead such legends of the game. I am sure there would be so many moments in this series where I would be able to learn from them. If I get in a difficult position, I wouldn't shy away from taking advice from them," Gill said on the eve of the opening ODI in Perth.&nbsp;Sunday’s contest will be the first time since March when Rohit and Virat will take the field donning the Indian jersey. The duo was absent from the England and West Indies series, having called time on their red-ball career in May. They had already retired from the T20I format after the conclusion of the 2024 T20 World Cup.&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;When the team for the Australia series was announced, Rohit was dropped as captain but included in the squad for the ODI series. The captain’s armband was passed on to Gill, who was promoted to the role while already serving as the Test team captain. He was also elevated to the T20I team’s vice-captain role.&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 ODI squad vs Australia</h2>Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel, Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Sunday’s contest will be the first time since March when Rohit and Virat will take the field donning the Indian jersey. The duo was absent from the England and West Indies series, having called time on their red-ball career in May. 

Shubman Gill is all set to make his ODI captaincy debut as India take on Australia in the opening contest on Sunday (Oct 19) at the Optus Stadium in Perth. In what will serve as the return game for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the Indian set-up, the Men in Blue will be prepared to give their best in the first of three ODI matches on Sunday. Leading into the contest, new captain Gill was full of praise for Virat and Rohit, stating he idolised them in his early days and looks forward to taking captaincy tips from them. Gill praises Rohit, Virat "I mean, obviously, these are the kind of players I used to idolise when I was growing up. The kind of hunger that they had used to inspire me. It is a big honour for me to be able to lead such legends of the game. I am sure there would be so many moments in this series where I would be able to learn from them. If I get in a difficult position, I wouldn't shy away from taking advice from them," Gill said on the eve of the opening ODI in Perth. Sunday’s contest will be the first time since March when Rohit and Virat will take the field donning the Indian jersey. The duo was absent from the England and West Indies series, having called time on their red-ball career in May. They had already retired from the T20I format after the conclusion of the 2024 T20 World Cup. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history When the team for the Australia series was announced, Rohit was dropped as captain but included in the squad for the ODI series. The captain’s armband was passed on to Gill, who was promoted to the role while already serving as the Test team captain. He was also elevated to the T20I team’s vice-captain role. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more India ODI squad vs Australia Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Dhruv Jurel, Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Sunday’s contest will be the first time since March when Rohit and Virat will take the field donning the Indian jersey. The duo was absent from the England and West Indies series, having called time on their red-ball career in May.&nbsp;

IND vs AUS, 1st ODI: Shubman Gill lauds Virat, Rohit ahead of opening contest, says 'I used to idolise 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.<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, 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, 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, 5 Indian batters fastest to 9000 runs in ODIs

Former India skipper Virat Kohli is in final stage of his career but the gun batter's attitude stays the same. He infused the Indian cricket with his intensity, aggression, and 'always go for win' mentality as during the captaincy and broke the records as batter. Now that his retirement talk is more vocal than his performance, the ace batter has shared words of wisdom on social media ahead of the upcoming ODI series against Australia of which he's a part of.<h2>Kohli issues answer to retirement talks</h2>The batter, who last played for India in Champions Trophy 2025, has landed in Australia for three-ODI series - the only format he plays after calling time out on Tests and T20Is. "The only time you truly fail, is when you decide to give up," he wrote on X ahead of the first ODI which is scheduled for October 19 in Perth.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The only time you truly fail, is when you decide to give up.&mdash; Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli/status/1978680024589828498?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The message clearly states that Kohli isn't going away anytime soon despite whatever fans or the selectors may have been hinting at. Kohli, along with Rohit, aspire to play 2027 ODI World Cup which is still two years away and if they maintain the form, the duo will definitely be there.Also Watch - <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</a><h2>India vs Australia tour details and squad &nbsp;</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 batter, who last played for India in Champions Trophy 2025, has landed in Australia for three-ODI series - the only format he plays after calling time out on Tests and T20Is.

Former India skipper Virat Kohli is in final stage of his career but the gun batter's attitude stays the same. He infused the Indian cricket with his intensity, aggression, and 'always go for win' mentality as during the captaincy and broke the records as batter. Now that his retirement talk is more vocal than his performance, the ace batter has shared words of wisdom on social media ahead of the upcoming ODI series against Australia of which he's a part of. Kohli issues answer to retirement talks The batter, who last played for India in Champions Trophy 2025, has landed in Australia for three-ODI series - the only format he plays after calling time out on Tests and T20Is. "The only time you truly fail, is when you decide to give up," he wrote on X ahead of the first ODI which is scheduled for October 19 in Perth.

The batter, who last played for India in Champions Trophy 2025, has landed in Australia for three-ODI series - the only format he plays after calling time out on Tests and T20Is.

Did Virat Kohli address retirement rumours? His social media post surely hints at it

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

India may have won the two-match home Test series against West Indies 2-0 but the crowd during both the Tests was disappointing as well as the pitches. After the series, India coach Gautam Gambhir advocated for better pitches in red-ball cricket for the 'nicks to carry.' Echoing his stance, former India spinner Ravi Ashwin has also called for Test venues in the country to be numbered - something former skipper Virat Kohli had said in 2019. Both, Virat and Ashwin retired from Test cricket this year along with Rohit Sharma as India started the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle under new skipper Shubman Gill.<h2>Ashwin wants Test venues numbered, just like Kohli had asked</h2>"Test centres is not about crowds alone. It is also about the familiarity of conditions. If we are playing a Test in Guwahati or Ranchi, I am not against these venues as a possibility. But the problem in India is every surface has a different identity. There is literally no bounce in the Eastern part of the country. It becomes a very ordinary Test match pitch then," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel after the series. &nbsp;"Otherwise, the only point is you are playing within that Indian map as home, but it is not home," he added.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-verbal-duel-truly-on-ex-england-pacer-broad-calls-australia-weakest-since-2010-1760500500148">Ashes verbal duel truly on - Ex-England pacer Broad calls Australia 'weakest since 2010'</a><h2>West Indies second innings in Delhi brings pitches in focus</h2>India had elected to bat first in Delhi Test, second of the series, and scored 515 runs in the first innings before declaring. In reply, West Indies were bowled out for 248 in the first innings and were given a follow-on. The visitors looked more settled on a benign pitch, scoring 390 runs with two centurions in the scorecard. The fact that India had to bat again and the Test was stretched into the fifth day, put focus on the quality of pitch and of the venue due to lack of crowd.

After Virat Kohli asked the Test venues to be numbered in India, Ashwin had echoed the same view post India's 2-0 series win against West Indies which failed to attract any crowd.

India may have won the two-match home Test series against West Indies 2-0 but the crowd during both the Tests was disappointing as well as the pitches. After the series, India coach Gautam Gambhir advocated for better pitches in red-ball cricket for the 'nicks to carry.' Echoing his stance, former India spinner Ravi Ashwin has also called for Test venues in the country to be numbered - something former skipper Virat Kohli had said in 2019. Both, Virat and Ashwin retired from Test cricket this year along with Rohit Sharma as India started the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle under new skipper Shubman Gill. Ashwin wants Test venues numbered, just like Kohli had asked "Test centres is not about crowds alone. It is also about the familiarity of conditions. If we are playing a Test in Guwahati or Ranchi, I am not against these venues as a possibility. But the problem in India is every surface has a different identity. There is literally no bounce in the Eastern part of the country. It becomes a very ordinary Test match pitch then," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel after the series. "Otherwise, the only point is you are playing within that Indian map as home, but it is not home," he added. Also Read - Ashes verbal duel truly on - Ex-England pacer Broad calls Australia 'weakest since 2010' West Indies second innings in Delhi brings pitches in focus India had elected to bat first in Delhi Test, second of the series, and scored 515 runs in the first innings before declaring. In reply, West Indies were bowled out for 248 in the first innings and were given a follow-on. The visitors looked more settled on a benign pitch, scoring 390 runs with two centurions in the scorecard. The fact that India had to bat again and the Test was stretched into the fifth day, put focus on the quality of pitch and of the venue due to lack of crowd.

After Virat Kohli asked the Test venues to be numbered in India, Ashwin had echoed the same view post India's 2-0 series win against West Indies which failed to attract any crowd.

Ashwin echoes Kohli's 2019 views on Test venues to be numbered in India

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, 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, 5 Indian batters with highest individual Test score vs South Africa

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli here is a look at five Indian batters with Test most runs vs South Africa. The list also features the likes of Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman and Virender Sehwag. 

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with Test most runs 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

Virat Kohli is undoubtedly one of the best Indian batters to play the game ever. His rise came along with the Indian Premier League (IPL) - a trophy he had to wait for 18 years before winning it in 2025 edition with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The batter, who has already called time on Tests and T20Is for India, is now reportedly mulling quitting the cash-rich league as well. Kohli has been associated with the franchise since 2008 - the inaugural edition of the league.<h2>Kohli to retire from IPL?</h2>Kohli had been the captain of side for many years but could not get them over the line despite being one of the most successful Indian skippers. RCB and Kohli eventually crossed the line in IPL 2025 by beating Punjab Kings in the final under Rajat Patidar's captaincy. With IPL retention deadline expected to be on November 15, Kohli has refused to sign the commercial contract with the franchise as per RevSportz.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-i-don-t-think-they-ex-india-coach-kumble-on-rohit-and-kohli-s-2027-odi-world-cup-chances-1760356184425">'I don’t think they...,' Ex-India coach on Rohit, Kohli's 2027 ODI WC chances</a><h2>What does it mean?</h2>While it is not clear what refusal of signing a commercial contract means, it could very well be Kohli's first step towards quitting the franchise. Although it might take a couple years and not an immediate decision, Kohli's intent is clear with the move. Former India cricketer Akash Chopra, however, says there's not much to read into the move by Kohli."He has reportedly refused a commercial contract, but what does that mean? He will definitely play for RCB. If he is playing, he is definitely going to turn out for the same franchise. He (Kohli) has just won the trophy. Why will he leave the franchise then? He isn’t going anywhere. What contract can be refused is in the realm of speculation. He might have a dual contract," Chopra said as reported by Inside Sport.

While it is not clear what refusal of signing a commercial contract means, it could very well be Kohli's first step towards quitting the franchise. Although it might take a couple years and not an immediate decision, Kohli's intent is clear with the move.

Virat Kohli is undoubtedly one of the best Indian batters to play the game ever. His rise came along with the Indian Premier League (IPL) - a trophy he had to wait for 18 years before winning it in 2025 edition with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The batter, who has already called time on Tests and T20Is for India, is now reportedly mulling quitting the cash-rich league as well. Kohli has been associated with the franchise since 2008 - the inaugural edition of the league. Kohli to retire from IPL? Kohli had been the captain of side for many years but could not get them over the line despite being one of the most successful Indian skippers. RCB and Kohli eventually crossed the line in IPL 2025 by beating Punjab Kings in the final under Rajat Patidar's captaincy. With IPL retention deadline expected to be on November 15, Kohli has refused to sign the commercial contract with the franchise as per RevSportz. Also Read - 'I don’t think they...,' Ex-India coach on Rohit, Kohli's 2027 ODI WC chances What does it mean? While it is not clear what refusal of signing a commercial contract means, it could very well be Kohli's first step towards quitting the franchise. Although it might take a couple years and not an immediate decision, Kohli's intent is clear with the move. Former India cricketer Akash Chopra, however, says there's not much to read into the move by Kohli. "He has reportedly refused a commercial contract, but what does that mean? He will definitely play for RCB. If he is playing, he is definitely going to turn out for the same franchise. He (Kohli) has just won the trophy. Why will he leave the franchise then? He isn’t going anywhere. What contract can be refused is in the realm of speculation. He might have a dual contract," Chopra said as reported by Inside Sport.

While it is not clear what refusal of signing a commercial contract means, it could very well be Kohli's first step towards quitting the franchise. Although it might take a couple years and not an immediate decision, Kohli's intent is clear with the move.

RCB star Virat Kohli to retire from IPL? Here's what reports say

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.

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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;

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Pakistan batter Babar Azam is now the most successful Asian batter in the World Test Championship (WTC) history. He already had the most runs and now has crossed the milestone which no other Asian batter could including great Virat Kohli. Babar reached the latest milestone during his mediocre 23-run innings on day 1 (Oct 12) of the first Test against South Africa in Lahore. Babar is also the only non Australian or English player to score 3,000 or more runs in the WTC history and certainly the first Asian batter to do so.<h2>Babar is now best Asian batter in WTC</h2>The former Pakistan skipper now has 3,021 runs in WTC history - the most by an Asian batter. He scored these runs in 67 innings of 37 matches at an average of nearly 48 with eight tons, 18 fifties and a best of 196. Behind Babar is India Test skipper Shubman Gill among Asian batters with 2,826 runs in 71 innings of 39 Tests at an average of 43 with 10 tons, eight fifties and a best of 269. There is no other Pakistan batter in top 10 Asian batters in terms of run scoring with next best after Babar being Mohammad Rizwan with 2,269 runs.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/overconfidence-or-just-not-important-aussie-skipper-marsh-looking-at-india-series-as-pre-cursor-to-ashes-1760344935786">Aussie skipper Marsh looking at India series as pre-cursor to Ashes</a><h2>Most runs in WTC history</h2>England batter Joe Root has the most runs in WTC history - 6,080 runs in 69 Tests at an average of nearly 53 with 21 tons, 22 fifties and a best of 262. Second on the list is Aussie Steve Smith with 4,278 runs in 55 Tests at an average of nearly 50 with 13 tons, 19 fifties and a best of 211. There are four Australians, four Englishmen along with one Indian and Pakistani each in top 10 batters for most runs in World Test Championship history.

There are four Australians, four Englishmen along with one Indian and Pakistani each in top 10 batters for most runs in World Test Championship history. Babar Azam, the former Pakistan skipper, now has 3,021 runs in WTC history - the most by an Asian batter.

Pakistan batter Babar Azam is now the most successful Asian batter in the World Test Championship (WTC) history. He already had the most runs and now has crossed the milestone which no other Asian batter could including great Virat Kohli. Babar reached the latest milestone during his mediocre 23-run innings on day 1 (Oct 12) of the first Test against South Africa in Lahore. Babar is also the only non Australian or English player to score 3,000 or more runs in the WTC history and certainly the first Asian batter to do so. Babar is now best Asian batter in WTC The former Pakistan skipper now has 3,021 runs in WTC history - the most by an Asian batter. He scored these runs in 67 innings of 37 matches at an average of nearly 48 with eight tons, 18 fifties and a best of 196. Behind Babar is India Test skipper Shubman Gill among Asian batters with 2,826 runs in 71 innings of 39 Tests at an average of 43 with 10 tons, eight fifties and a best of 269. There is no other Pakistan batter in top 10 Asian batters in terms of run scoring with next best after Babar being Mohammad Rizwan with 2,269 runs. Also Read - Aussie skipper Marsh looking at India series as pre-cursor to Ashes Most runs in WTC history England batter Joe Root has the most runs in WTC history - 6,080 runs in 69 Tests at an average of nearly 53 with 21 tons, 22 fifties and a best of 262. Second on the list is Aussie Steve Smith with 4,278 runs in 55 Tests at an average of nearly 50 with 13 tons, 19 fifties and a best of 211. There are four Australians, four Englishmen along with one Indian and Pakistani each in top 10 batters for most runs in World Test Championship history.

There are four Australians, four Englishmen along with one Indian and Pakistani each in top 10 batters for most runs in World Test Championship history. Babar Azam, the former Pakistan skipper, now has 3,021 runs in WTC history - the most by an Asian batter.

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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.

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