India captain Shubman Gill has given a measured response to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma ahead of the much-awaited ODI series in Australia. This will be the same series in which both the legends will return to international cricket after six months. After the 2-0 Test series win against West Indies in New Delhi, Gill said that the team’s expectation from Rohit and Kohli is the same as they have been doing for years – to lead India to victory.
What did they say Shubman Gill
Gill said, ‘He is a player who has won many matches for India in the past. He has been playing for India for the last 10-15 years, and the experience he brings is invaluable to every captain and every team. We only hope that he comes on the field and shows his magic.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Last played competitive cricket in IPL 2025. Both have retired from Test and T20 formats and are now making a comeback in the ODI format, with the aim being the 2027 ODI World Cup. There is curiosity about his rhythm and fitness, especially after such a long break.
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Gill made it clear that both the players will remain an important part of the ODI setup and their experience is badly needed by the team. Gill, who Rohit Sharma In early October, Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar was named captain for the three-match Australia series.
At the same time, head coach Gautam Gambhir also talked about the return of Rohit and Kohli and said that the 2027 World Cup is still far away, so the team should focus on the present. He said, ‘They are quality players, and their experience is invaluable to the team. The 2027 World Cup is still two-two and a half years away. It is important that we focus on the present. Both Kohli and Rohit are top class cricketers, and it is expected that they will perform well in the Australia tour.
India will start this series on October 19 in Perth. The second match will be played in Adelaide on October 23 and the third and final match will be played in Sydney on October 25. After the ODI series, India will also play a five-match T20 series in Australia.
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