Both Kohli and Rohit are now playing the ODI format for India, and they are on the trip to Australia for the three-match series starting on October 19 in Perth. The duo were last seen in action for India during 2025 Champions Trophy triumph.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThis indeed could be Rohit and Virat's last trip Down Under, and I really believe the Australian cricket-loving public are going to show how much they absolutely adore them. There\u2019s no doubt Virat\u2019s been one of Australia\u2019s biggest foes over the years. He\u2019s always performed against the Aussies and knows how to give it back as well.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cBut the Australian public genuinely appreciates how incredibly good he is. I\u2019d be surprised if the fans don\u2019t show their love, support, and appreciation for how great both Virat and Rohit have been. Rohit is a leader and a performer. The Australian public has always respected the very best, and these two certainly are that,\u201d said Watson on JioHotstar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He also feels it will be challenging for the veteran duo to get going from the word go due to them playing only one format internationally. \"Rohit and Virat are currently among the top five ODI batters in the ICC rankings, but now that they\u2019re only playing one format, it\u2019ll be challenging for them to hit the ground running.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"It might take a little time to find the right preparation rhythm to face the best bowlers in the world. But these two are as good as one-day batters get. It won\u2019t take them long to find the right formula and get back to their best; their class and consistency are second to none.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"For Virat and Rohit, it\u2019s going to be a challenge playing just one format of international cricket. Getting their skills sharp again to face the best bowlers will take some adjustment. But you can never rule out champions and Virat and Rohit are exactly that. It may take a bit of time for them to find the right preparation, but once they do, they\u2019ll be ready to go when they take on Australia,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Watson signed off by talking about India\u2019s unbeaten run in the format this year and head coach Gautam Gambhir\u2019s impact. \u201cThe Indian ODI team in 2025 have been unbeaten, and that comes down to two things: the incredible talent that keeps emerging from Indian cricket, and Gautam Gambhir\u2019s leadership.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"For Virat and Rohit, it\u2019s going to be a challenge playing just one format of international cricket. Getting their skills sharp again to face the best bowlers will take some adjustment. But you can never rule out champions and Virat and Rohit are exactly that. It may take a bit of time for them to find the right preparation, but once they do, they\u2019ll be ready to go when they take on Australia,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cDo I think Australia can break that unbeaten record? Yes, but they\u2019ll have to be at their very best because India is playing incredibly well. It\u2019s going to be a great series to watch,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\r\n\r\n