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Rohit Sharma Hits The Nets In Mumbai Ahead Of Australia ODI Tour

By IANS News October 10, 2025 • 18:20 PM View: 802

ODI World Cup: Experienced India batter Rohit Sharma, who was recently relieved of the ODI captaincy, has started preparing for the upcoming Australia tour as he was seen batting in the nets at Shivaji Park in Mumbai on Friday.

Rohit has been named in the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia beginning October 19. The 38-year-old will feature as a specialist batter under Shubman Gill’s leadership.

In the lead-up to the series, the former India captain, who last featured in the Champions Trophy title win against New Zealand in March, has commenced his training to keep himself ready for the challenge Down Under.

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