Rohit Sharma is likely to feature in the upcoming unofficial ODI series between India A and Australia A in late September and early October, according to a report by RevSportz. The three-match series, scheduled for September 30, October 3, and October 5, could serve as a vital preparation ground for the Indian skipper ahead of the much-anticipated tour of Australia. Rohit has been away from competitive cricket since the IPL 2025 and hasn’t played for India since the Champions Trophy in March.
However, the veteran opener has already resumed training with the focus firmly on the Australia challenge. The report suggests Rohit has shown interest in turning out for India A, though official confirmation from the BCCI is still awaited. For a player of his stature, such a move would highlight the importance of match sharpness before leading the Men in Blue overseas.
Meanwhile, former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has weighed in on Rohit’s long-term future, predicting that the 2027 ODI World Cup could mark the swansong of his illustrious ODI career. Kaif believes the baton will eventually be passed to Shubman Gill, who has rapidly climbed the leadership ladder across formats.
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Gill’s rise has been nothing short of remarkable. With Rohit stepping away from Tests after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Gill took over and guided India to a memorable 2-2 series draw in England. His tally of 754 runs during that stretch further underlined his consistency. In T20Is, he has been promoted to vice-captain under Suryakumar Yadav, while continuing to shine as a prolific run-scorer in the IPL.
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Rohit Sharma is keen to play for India A against Australia A before touring Down Under.@ThumsUpOfficial @shamik100 #RohitSharma #AUSvsIND pic.twitter.com/ZHbljAlIfx
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Kaif highlighted Gill’s credentials on his YouTube channel, noting, “In the last three years, Gill has scored 2,000 runs. He is the future captain—already leading Tests, vice-captain in T20Is, and next in line for ODIs once Rohit steps down. Rohit, at nearly 38, is likely to retire after the 2027 World Cup, paving the way for Gill.”
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Gill, notably absent from India’s T20 World Cup-winning squad last year, has been entrusted with leadership duties in Zimbabwe and now holds the ODI and Test responsibilities firmly. With his steady growth, he looks destined to become India’s all-format leader once Rohit bids farewell.
