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During the first ODI match between India vs Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth, Rohit Sharma became the fifth Indian cricketer to play 500 international matches. In this elite group, he joins Rahul Dravid, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar. In addition, Rohit made his first appearance in ODI cricket since he helped India win the ICC Champions Trophy final in Dubai in March 2025.

Across 499 matches before this game, Rohit scored 19,700 runs at an average of 42.18, with 49 centuries and 108 half-centuries, including a career-best score of 264. In ODIs alone, he has accumulated 11,168 runs in 273 matches at an average of 48.76 and a strike rate of 92.80, with 32 centuries and 58 fifties. Rohit needs just 54 more runs to surpass Sourav Gangulyâ€s 11,221 ODI runs and become Indiaâ€s third-highest run-scorer in the format.

He is also just three centuries away from completing 20,000 international runs and would become the 14th player and only the fourth Indian to reach that milestone. With 49 international centuries so far, Rohit is one century short of his 50th, a feat achieved by only nine cricketers in history, including two Indians, Sachin Tendulkar (100) and Virat Kohli (82).

Sunday spoiled: Rohit Sharma fails on ODI return in Perth

Rohit Sharmaâ€s return to ODI cricket after seven months ended in disappointment as he was dismissed for just eight runs during Indiaâ€s first ODI against Australia at Optus Stadium, Perth, on October 19, 2025. His dismissal, along with Virat Kohliâ€s eight-ball duck, drew strong criticism from Indian fans online.

The much-hyped comeback of the veteran duo turned sour early in the innings. Rohit edged a Josh Hazlewood delivery to the second slip after scoring eight off 14 balls, while Kohli was caught at backward point without scoring. Both players, who retired from Tests and T20Is but aim to feature in the 2027 ODI World Cup, failed to make an impact in their return to international action. Captain Shubman Gill also managed only 10 off 18 balls, underlining the teamâ€s lack of preparation.

“All the hype goes downâ€: Fans criticize Kohliâ€s early wicket and Rohitâ€s low-score return

Rohit Sharmaâ€s early dismissal received a lot of reactions from fans on social media. Many pointed out the lack of match practice as a major reason behind their struggles, noting that both had been away from international cricket for months. Many expressed anger at the way he got out, while some used humor to comment on the situation.

One fan wrote, “Happy Retirement Rohit Sharma,†while another joked, “Rohit sacrificed his wicket so that fans can watch Virat Kohli. Most selfless cricketer of all time. RO-KO.†Others criticized his technique and performance, saying, “Rohit Sharma looked so ugly in his short innings & got out playing a nothing shot†and “Never seen Rohit Sharma look so uncomfortable playing white ball in recent years. Ended up throwing his wicket, unfortunately.â€

Some fans tried to be more supportive, tweeting, “Rohit 0 saal tak upcoming talent tha. Sabr karo bhai,†highlighting his long career and urging patience. Others sarcastically summed up the teamâ€s struggles: “Rohit on 8, Virat Kohli on 0, and Shubman Gill on 10, go out. What a great comeback and performance from all the players. The Indian cricket team is waving slowly.â€

FAQs

Q. Is Ravindra Jadeja dropped from India’s ODI squad?

A. Yes, Ravindra Jadeja was recently removed from India’s ODI team.

Q. What prevents Jasprit Bumrah from participating in ODI 2025?

A. Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for the ODI series against Australia, confirmed by the BCCI.

Q. Who is the current ODI captain of India?

A.India’s current ODI captain is Shubman Gill.

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Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill (X) The much-anticipated return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli did not go as planned in the first ODI against Australia in Perth. Australia won the toss and elected to field, continuing Indiaâ€s 16th consecutive ODI toss loss, with the last win coming in the CWC 2023 semifinals against New Zealand at Wankhede. Once play began, the Australian bowlers made the most of the bouncy Perth deck. Josh Hazlewood trapped Rohit with a hard-length delivery, while Mitchell Starc bowled a wide that Virat chased, resulting in a duck for the first time in 30 ODI innings in Australia.

New ODI Captain Shubman Gill speaks out on Virat, Rohit and taking Indian cricket forward

Shubman Gill managed a couple of boundaries but was eventually dismissed leg before. Together, the trio scored just 18 runs, the lowest combined total in an ODI where all three batted, breaking the previous mark of 25 against Pakistan in 2023.Amid the difficult start, the rain brought a pause to the proceedings, offering a rare lighter moment. During the second rain delay, all eyes were on the dressing room where Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill were spotted enjoying some popcorn together. The pair were first seen in a serious discussion, likely analysing the pitch conditions and batting strategy. The mood soon shifted as they shared jokes and laughed, munching on popcorn while watching the rain outside.Click here towatch the video.The moment was a heartwarming reminder that despite changes in leadership and the pressures of international cricket, camaraderie remains strong between the experienced Rohit and the young captain Gill.

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The much-awaited return to international cricket for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, and their legions of fans who had woken up early on a Sunday morning of the festival weekend in India, was spoiled by Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc as both the senior Indian batsmen were dismissed for single-digit scores in the IND vs AUS 1st ODI.

The IND vs AUS three-match ODI series got underway at Perthâ€s Optus Stadium, which is known for its spicy, pace-friendly pitch where Australia had previously lost all their ODI matches.

Another challenging surface was dished out today by the Optus curators, and matters were made worse for India as Mitchell Marsh, the stand-in Australian captain, won the toss and elected to bowl first with the rain threat around, which made the conditions even more advantageous for the Australian pacers who ensured their team got a rocking start.

Rohit and Kohli were in superb nick in their last ODI assignment, which was the ICC Champions Trophy. However, that tournament was played in the UAE in March.

Now, six months later, on a bouncy surface in Australia, with no international match practice behind them, both Rohit and Kohli failed to get to double digits, with the latter bagging his first-ever duck on Australian soil.

Rohit Sharma, whose ODI captaincy has been taken away, did play a gorgeous straight drive off Starc to collect his first boundary. But the metronomic Hazlewood got the better of the senior Indian opener with a typical back-of-length delivery in the channel outside the off-stump, the ball bouncing extra than Rohit anticipated with his poke, and he edged it to Matt Renshaw at second slip.

In came Virat Kohli, whose last Test century came at this very venue last year. But today, the 36-year-old had to walk back with only a duck to his name. He was tested initially by accurate line and length from Starc and was lucky not to outside edge behind as he missed his drive far away from his body. A maiden over.

In Starcâ€s next over, Kohli went for a drive again to a delivery once again well outside the off-stump. The Indian superstar didnâ€t care for looking to keep it down on the ground; his uppish, mishit drive flew to the left of the backward point fielder, Cooper Connolly, who took an excellent diving catch.

The excitement of the fans to watch Ro-Ko back in India colors was dimmed in just over half an hour of the match. Netizens let out their disappointment and frustrations with the two seniors on Twitter.

IND vs AUS: Twitter Reactions As Fans Left Disappointed With Rohit Sharma And Virat Kohliâ€s Failures In 1st ODI

We waited for 5 fkin months to watch him play. He travelled from London to Delhi to Mumbai to Perth only to score 8 ball duck 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭#INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/uLp7n3dNdu

— Ananya (@dasala_mosa_) October 19, 2025

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The series marks the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who will be playing for the first time in the Indian jersey since the ICC Champions Trophy Final earlier this year. (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: Ahead of the first ODI against India, Australia captain Mitchell Marsh expressed hope that Indiaâ€s legendary duo, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, donâ€t go overboard with their performances in the three-match series starting October 19. The series marks the return of Rohit and Virat, two of Indiaâ€s biggest stars, who will be playing for the first time in the Indian jersey since the ICC Champions Trophy Final earlier this year.Reflecting on his experiences facing Kohli and Rohit throughout his career, Marsh noted that the series presents a unique opportunity for Australian fans to witness the brilliance of the two legends.

Madness for Team India in Australia 1,75,000 tickets sold, craze for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

“I had the privilege of playing against them quite a lot through the journey. They are obviously legends of the game. Virat, especially in this white-ball format, is the greatest chaser ever. I think you can see why the ticket sales are so high and why a lot of people are coming to watch them. And if it is their last time on Australian soil, I hope they enjoy it and I hope people can witness, not too much great cricket from them, but witness two of the greats playing in Australia,†Marsh told the media.Since India last toured Australia for a bilateral series before the 2023 ODI World Cup, Rohit and Virat have been in sensational form.Rohit has played 23 ODIs in this period, scoring 1,137 runs at an average of 49.43 and a strike rate of 123.45, including two centuries and seven fifties. His highest score is 131. His remarkable 2023 World Cup campaign at home saw him amass 597 runs in 11 innings at an average of 54.27, with a century and three fifties, striking at over 125. In Indiaâ€s unbeaten ICC Champions Trophy run, he scored 180 runs in five innings, including a match-winning 76 in the final against New Zealand.Virat, meanwhile, has accumulated 1,154 runs in 22 matches since then, averaging 64.11. He has struck four centuries and nine fifties, with a highest score of 117 and a strike rate of 88.56, continuing to prove why he is one of the finest white-ball batsmen in the world.

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Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be making their return to India colours for the first time since the Champions Trophy. (Image: Instagram) Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are on the verge of achieving multiple milestones as they prepare to face Australia in the upcoming ODI series. Kohli needs just 54 runs to become the second-highest ODI run-scorer of all time, while Rohit Sharma is set to play his 500th international match and aims to become the highest six-hitter in ODI cricket history.Virat Kohli currently stands at 14,181 ODI runs with an average of 57.88 and holds the record for most centuries in the format with 51 hundreds. He trails only Kumar Sangakkara (14,234) and Sachin Tendulkar (18,426) in the all-time ODI runs list.

Madness for Team India in Australia 1,75,000 tickets sold, craze for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

In white-ball cricket combining ODIs and T20Is, Kohli is just 67 runs away from surpassing Tendulkar’s record of 18,436 runs. Kohli has accumulated 18,369 runs across both formats so far.Rohit Sharma, who is set to play his 500th international match, will become only the 11th cricketer globally to achieve this milestone. He has represented India in 67 Tests, 273 ODIs, and 159 T20Is since his debut against Ireland in 2007.Only four Indian cricketers have played more international matches than Rohit – Sachin Tendulkar (664), Virat Kohli (550), MS Dhoni (538), and Rahul Dravid (509).In the six-hitting department, Rohit needs six more maximums to reach 350 ODI sixes. He currently has 344 sixes in 265 innings, second only to Shahid Afridi’s 351 sixes in 369 innings. Eight more sixes would make Rohit the all-time leader in ODI sixes.Against Australia in their home conditions, Rohit has impressive statistics with 990 runs at an average of 58.23 in 19 matches, including four centuries and two fifties. He needs just 10 more runs to become the first Indian to score 1,000 runs against Australia in Australia.Rohit is also approaching his 50th international century, currently standing at 49 hundreds across formats. One more century would make him the ninth player and third Indian to achieve this feat.In terms of runs against Australia in ODIs, both Rohit and Kohli currently have eight centuries each against the team. One more hundred would put either of them level with Sachin Tendulkar’s record of nine ODI centuries against Australia.Rohit is also nearing the milestone of 20,000 international runs across formats, requiring 300 more runs to join the elite company of Tendulkar (34,357), Kohli (27,599), and Dravid (24,208) as the only Indians to achieve this feat.These potential achievements add extra significance to the upcoming ODI series against Australia, as both senior Indian cricketers look to further cement their legacy in international cricket with these remarkable milestones within reach.Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have a solid record for visiting batters in Australia. Rohit has the best average for an away batter in Australia at 53.1 with Virat Kohli not far behind on 51.0. The retired MS Dhoni also had a strong record with an average of 47.9.Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma near multiple milestones in Australia

• Virat Kohli (14,181 runs) needs 54 more runs to go past Kumar Sangakkara (14,234 runs) and become the second-highest run scorer in ODIs. Sachin Tendulkar is at the top of the chart (18,426 runs)
• Virat Kohli (18,369 runs) needs 67 runs more to go past Sachin Tendulkar (18,436) and become the highest run-scorer in white-ball cricket
• Rohit Sharma (344 sixes) needs 8 more sixes to become the highest six-hitter in ODI cricket, surpassing Shahid Afridi (351 sixes)
• Rohit Sharma (499 matches) will reach the 500 international matches mark if he plays at least one of the three ODIs vs Australia. Only four others from India have played more matches: Sachin Tendulkar (664), Virat Kohli (550*), MS Dhoni (538) and Rahul Dravid (509). Overall, Rohit Sharma will become the 11th cricketer to play 500 international matches.
• Rohit Sharma (990 runs) needs 10 more runs in the next three ODIs to become the first Indian to score 1,000 runs against Australia in Australia in bilateral ODIs. West Indies’ Viv Richards holds the record for most bilateral ODI runs in Australia (1,905 runs)
• Rohit Sharma (49 hundreds) needs one more ton to reach ‘fifty’ of hundreds. If he does, he will become the ninth player and third Indian to reach that mark. The other Indians in the list are Sachin Tendulkar (100 centuries) and Virat Kohli (82 centuries)
• Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (8 centuries) are level on tons vs Australia in ODIs. One more and they go level with Sachin Tendulkar (9 centuries)

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India’s Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo/Arun Sharma) Australian batter Travis Head has praised Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma ahead of the first ODI in Perth on Sunday. He acknowledged them as two of the best white-ball players, with Kohli being considered the greatest and Rohit following closely behind.The upcoming cricket series between India and Australia includes three ODIs and five T20Is. The ODI matches are scheduled for Sunday, October 23, and October 25, followed by T20Is from October 29 to November 8. The 2027 World Cup will take place in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

Massive crowd for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma at Delhi airport as Team India leave for Australia

“They have been awesome for India, probably Axar can speak more highly about them than myself. But two quality players, two of the best white-ball players. Virat is probably the greatest white-ball player. Rohit is not that far behind,” Travis Head told the reporters.”Someone who opens the batting. I have huge regard for what Rohit has been able to do. I am sure they will be missed at some stage, but I think they both are going until 2027. They both are trying to get to the World Cup. It is great for the game that they are still playing,” he added.Head expressed admiration for Sharma’s batting approach and considers him one of the best players. He values the opportunity to learn from Rohit’s game, particularly since they both share the opener’s position.”It’s nice just watching from a far from someone who plays the game in a similar way, I think, and having played a lot against him in IPL and a lot of international cricket against him, I feel like he goes the right way about things. Having someone to open the batting in a similar position, why not watch the best and learn from the best?”Indian all-rounder Axar Patel showed confidence in both Kohli and Rohit’s abilities for the upcoming series.”They are world-class players. They know what to do, and they are ready to go. They are professionals and they know what to do. They are ready to go. If you speak about their form, they have been preparing well, hence I think they are ready. Everyone has given their fitness Test, they are raring to go now,” he said.Both players will return to wearing the Indian jersey for the first time since the ICC Champions Trophy Final this year.Rohit and Kohli have shown exceptional performance since India’s last bilateral series against Australia before the 2023 ODI World Cup.Rohit has scored 1,137 runs in 23 ODIs at an average of 49.43 and a strike rate of 123.45. His record includes two centuries and seven fifties, with a highest score of 131.During the 2023 World Cup at home, Rohit finished as the second-highest run-scorer with 597 runs in 11 innings. He maintained an average of 54.27 with one century and three fifties, striking at over 125.In the undefeated ICC Champions Trophy campaign, Rohit contributed 180 runs in five innings, including a crucial 76 in the final against New Zealand.Virat Kohli has accumulated 1,154 runs in 22 matches during this period. He maintains an average of 64.11 with a strike rate of 88.56, including four centuries and nine fifties, with his highest score being 117.

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Indian Cricket Team opener Abhishek Sharma has won the ICC Player of the Month Men award for September 2025. Meanwhile, Indian Womenâ€s Cricket Team star batter Smriti Mandhana has lifted the ICC Womenâ€s Player of the Month award.

Since January 2021, ICC has been awarding the menâ€s and womenâ€s player of the month award to players who have performed exceptionally on the international level in the span of a month. Three players are nominated from both categories.

The nominees and winners are determined by an ICC panel of ex-cricketers and journalists. The public also has a 10% contribution in the process.

Abhishek Sharma and Smriti Mandhana Win ICC POTM

The ICC Player of the Month menâ€s category for September had three nominations, two of which were Indian. The nominees were Abhishek Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav of India, and Zimbabwean batter Brian Bennett.

Bennett had a fantastic month. First, he was his teamâ€s highest run scorer in a T20I series against Sri Lanka, and then he was the Player of the Series against Namibia. Lastly, in three 2026 T20I World Cup qualifying matches, he made two half-centuries.

The other nominee was Kuldeep Yadav, who played seven matches in the ACC Asia Cup 2025 for the Indian Cricket Team. He was the highest-wicket taker in the tournament, taking 17 in seven games at an amazing average of 9.29 and an economy of just over six.

But it was Abhishek Sharma, the Player of the Tournament in the 2025 Asia Cup, that took home the award. He made the most runs in a T20I Asia Cup, making 314 in seven games at an average of 44.85, making three half-centuries and six games where he scored 30 or over.

But it was his strike rate of 200 across the competition that made him the Player of the Tournament and now the ICC Men Player of the Month for September 2025.Â

An Indian player has won this menâ€s award for three months running. In July 2025, Indiaâ€s Test captain Shubman Gill lifted the award for making 567 runs in three Tests that month at an average of 94.50. Then, in August, Mohammed Siraj, who was named the Player of the Match for the last India vs England Test, was named the ICC Player of the Month.

On the other hand, Smriti Mandhana won the ICC Women Player of the Month for September 2025. This category had a lot more competition among the three nominees, who were Mandha, South Africaâ€s Tazmin Brits, and Pakistanâ€s Sidra Ameen.

Ameen had a solid month on an individual level, making 293 runs in three ODIs against the Proteas, which involved a 150-ball 121* in a losing effort. 110 balls for 122 in a losing effort, and then an unbeaten 50 in the last match of the series, where Sidra took her team to victory.

The other nominee was Tazmin Brits from South Africa, who played in only the first two ODIs against Pakistan but made 272 runs. In the first, she scored 101*, and in the second, she scored a whopping 171*.

But it was Smriti Mandhana who was named the Player of the Month. She too scored many runs, but did so against the best team in the world, Australia.

In three ODIs against the Aussies, Smriti made 58 runs as India lost the game. The Women in Blue won the second game as Mandhana made 117 runs. In the last match of the series, India lost again, but that was despite the veteran batterâ€s 125 in just 63 balls. She was naturally named the Player of the Series and is now the ICC Womenâ€s Player of the Month.

This monthâ€s awards are exceptional for the Indian Cricket Team fans. While 12 different Indians have won this award on 17 different occasions across both categories, it has never happened that an Indian won in the same month in both categories.

FAQs –

Q) Who was the Menâ€s ICC Player of the Month for August 2025?

A) The last monthâ€s award went to the Indian Cricket Team pacer Mohammad Siraj. In August 2025, Siraj played only one Test match, the final game of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy against England. In that match, he took nine wickets at an average of 21.11. On the womenâ€s side, it was Irelandâ€s Orla Prendergast.

Q) How Many Indians Have Won The ICC Player Of The Month Award?

A) Since the inception of this award in January 2021 in January 2021, 12 different Indians have won the Player of the Month award on 17 occasions in the Menâ€s and Womenâ€s categories. While Indian women have won the award thrice, men have won it 14 times.

Q) Which Indian player has won the most ICC Player of the Month awards?

A) The Indian with the most ICC Player of the Month awards is Shubman Gill, who has won the award on four occasions, the last time of which was in July 2025, a month in which he scored 567 runs in three tests at an average of 94.50.

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Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma of India (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) AB de Villiers has shared how special it is to still see Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma playing for India. The former South African captain, who has been Kohliâ€s long-time IPL teammate and close friend, spoke at the Launch of Test Twenty, a proposed fourth format of the game. He compared watching Kohli now to seeing Tiger Woods during his comeback years. Despite the uncertainty around their international careers, de Villiers said he is simply happy to watch them in action.“Iâ€m one of those guys who take what I can get,†de Villiers said at the event. “If Tiger Woods comes back and makes a few shots, Iâ€m just happy heâ€s playing. Same with these two. They know what they still want to achieve; the 2027 World Cup is probably their main target. I just wish them all the success and a fantastic end to their careers, whenever that may finish.â€

Massive crowd for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma at Delhi airport as Team India leave for Australia

For former Australian opener Matthew Hayden, also speaking at the Launch of Test Twenty, seeing Kohli and Rohit on the field is reassuring. He understands that their time at the top cannot last forever, but he appreciates the value they bring both as players and mentors.“Having Rohit in the house, having Virat in the house, that is gold. They are not just players, they are mentors in the dugout,†Hayden said. “I hope it is not their last tour, but you cannot play forever. This is more than likely their last trip to Australia, but they will be focused on the 2027 World Cup and that is exactly where their attention should be. I was a little surprised that Rohit was relieved as captain after the Champions Trophy, but it makes sense. Shubman Gill is being groomed and it takes time to build a leader.â€Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma continue to impress with their fitness, skill, and determination. Still, there is a quiet understanding among fans, peers, and pundits that their time at the top may be coming to an end. If this turns out to be their last Australian summer, both are likely to make it memorable, putting runs on the board and adding one more chapter to their remarkable careers.

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Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma of India (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images) Former West Indies cricketer Ian Bishop has shared his insights on whether Indian cricket veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could feature in the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup, while also commenting on Shubman Gill’s captaincy future. Bishop emphasized that the veterans’ participation would depend on their motivation, fitness, and form, while suggesting that Gill requires time to develop as a captain despite showing promise.Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are set to return to international cricket in the upcoming Australia tour, having been selected for India’s ODI squad following their Champions Trophy victory earlier this year.The future of both players in the 2027 World Cup remains a subject of discussion, considering Rohit would be 40 and Kohli 39 by then.”That’s their decision. I can’t answer that for Rohit or for Virat or for the BCCI. It depends on what their determination and skill are like. They’ve been fine so far,” Bishop told PTI Videos.The discussion also centered around Shubman Gill’s recent appointment as captain, following his leadership in India’s 2-0 Test series victory against the West Indies.”He’ll be fine. Those two guys will help him along the way. He will grow in the job,” Bishop told PTI Videos. “He’s nowhere near the finished article. People have to give him that chance to grow as a captain, and as a batsman, he will grow as well.”Bishop highlighted the importance of having experienced players like Rohit and Kohli to guide Gill through his captaincy journey.”He has the temperament and the skill to lead, but the growth in captaincy and tactics is something that will take a couple of seasons to grow into. I’m sure he’ll get help from the two veterans,” Bishop elaborated.The former West Indies pacer also provided his analysis of the recent Test series between India and West Indies.Despite India’s dominant performance, Bishop identified positive developments for the West Indies team.”From a West Indian perspective, it was great to see a few of the batters spending time at the crease. The trust they showed in the pitch was excellent,” he remarked, specifically mentioning performances by Shai Hope, John Campbell, and Justin Greaves, along with spinner Jomel Warrican.Bishop concluded his observations about the West Indies team saying, “It’s not that they’ve arrived, but they’ve put some building blocks in place.”Both Rohit and Kohli’s experience and leadership will be crucial in mentoring the next generation of Indian cricket leaders, particularly as Gill develops in his new role as captain.The upcoming ODI series in Australia will provide an opportunity for this leadership transition to unfold, with the veterans supporting Gill’s development while maintaining their own performance standards.

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Gautam Gambhir with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir on Tuesday opened up about the future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.Both Kohli and Sharma have now retired from Tests and T20Is; ODI cricket is the only international format that remains for the Indian greats, with the pair aiming for ultimate success at the 2027 showpiece tournament, which will be held in southern Africa.When pressed on whether he expected the duo to be in contention for a potential swansong in 24 months’ time, Gambhir said: “The 50-over World Cup is still two and a half years away.”I think it is very important to stay in the present. That is something which is very important.”Obviously they are quality players, and their experience will be valuable in Australia. Hopefully, both will have a successful tour in Australia.”Kohli and Sharma are part of India’s 15-man ODI squad that faces the Aussies in three matches in Perth, Adelaide, and Sydney on October 19, 23, and 25.That squad will be led by recently appointed Test skipper Shubman Gill, who will take the full-time reins of the 50-over side for the first time in this series.Earlier, opener KL Rahul hit an unbeaten 58 as India beat the West Indies by seven wickets in the second Test to sweep the series 2-0 on Tuesday.Chasing 121 for victory, India resumed on 63-1 and reached their target in the first session after losing two wickets on Day Five at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium.West Indies skipper Roston Chase struck twice with his off-spin to send back overnight batter Sai Sudharsan for 39 and skipper Shubman Gill for 13.Rahul hit the winning four, and India celebrated victory over the visitors, who had launched a spirited fightback while following on.India’s left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav returned a match haul of eight wickets, including 5-82 in the first West Indies innings.

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India remain a team in transition under 26-year-old Gill, after the retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.Gill’s India won the opening Test by an innings and 140 runs, having secured a thrilling 2-2 draw in their five-Test series in England in June-August.

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