Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma practice together in Perth nets; video breaks the internet

Veteran Team India batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were spotted practicing together in the nets ahead of the first ODI of the three-match series against Australia. The duo spent considerable time getting a feel for the ball and refining their shots, marking their return to India’s setup after a long hiatus.

In the early hours of Thursday, October 16, Team India arrived in Perth after multiple flight delays. After a short rest, the squad hit the nets to prepare for the ODI series against Australia starting on October 19. Virat and Rohit last represented India in the Champions Trophy 2025 final on March 9 in the UAE.

Watch: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Seen Practicing Together Ahead of Australia ODI Series

Indian cricket fans have eagerly anticipated the return of two of their biggest stars, Kohli and Rohit, to the international stage. Rohit was removed from captaincy. However, both Kohli and Rohit were included in the team.

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In a video shared by RevSportz on X (formerly known as Twitter), Kohli and Rohit were seen practicing together in the nets. Fans were eager to see how they were preparing for their upcoming matches, and the footage did not disappoint.

With the first ODI at Optus Stadium in Perth just days away, Kohli and Rohit were seen spending considerable time in the nets, working on their shots and getting a feel for the ball. They focused on making a strong impact in the series opener.

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Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are practicing together in the nets ahead of the first ODI against Australia.

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Australian Series Crucial for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Shubman Gill

The upcoming Australian series is important for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli regarding their ODI futures. It was reported that their selection in the squad for the 2027 ODI World Cup may depend on their performances during the series.

It will also be Shubman Gill’s debut as ODI captain. He was appointed as ODI captain following a successful series against England and the West Indies in Tests. Gill will be hoping to replicate his leadership impact in the white-ball format, setting the tone for his captaincy style.

The series will allow Gill to assess his team, understand player roles, and gauge responses in various match situations. With stars like Kohli and Rohit in the lineup, Gill will also gain valuable insights into managing and leading a star-studded squad.

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma on the Verge of Breaking Records

Virat Kohli is just one century shy of breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most international centuries in a single format. If he scores during the upcoming ODI series against Australia, it will be his 52nd ODI century, surpassing Tendulkar’s 51 Test centuries.

Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma is closing in on a historic milestone of his own. The 38-year-old needs only 10 more runs to become the first Indian to score 1,000 runs against Australia on Australian soil.

Rohit has 990 runs in 19 innings at an average of 58.23, including four centuries and two fifties, a feat no other Indian batter has achieved in Australia. Virat needs 198 runs to reach the same milestone.

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