As India gears up for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, the roles of veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli remain pivotal. Despite being in their late 30s, both players have demonstrated exceptional form against Australia, with each having scored eight ODI centuries against them. Kohli boasts an average of 54, while Rohit averages 57, showcasing their proficiency in this format. Their records on Australian soil further emphasize their suitability for the upcoming challenges.
The forthcoming three-match ODI series in Australia presents an opportunity for both players to reaffirm their positions in the team. BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar has indicated that their future participation will be based on merit, underscoring the importance of consistent performance. This series, along with subsequent tours to other SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) nations, will be crucial in acclimatizing the team to conditions expected in South Africa.
Sunrisers Hyderabad endured a tough outing as they suffered an 82-run defeat to Gujarat Titans, while skipper Pat Cummins was fined ₹12 lakh for a slow over-rate offence, compounding the team’s misery.
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with Shreyas Iyer emerging as the frontrunner for the role
The duo had earlier shared the dressing room while representing Lucknow Super Giants during the 2023 and 2024 IPL seasons
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