Cricket Legends on the Horizon: Kohli and Sharma's ODI Future

The future of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in ODIs stirs debate, but they are expected to participate in the upcoming series against Australia. With concerns over player fitness and workload management, selectors are navigating scheduling challenges, focusing on the T20 World Cup and strategic team selections.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 03-10-2025 19:52 IST | Created: 03-10-2025 19:52 IST
Cricket Legends on the Horizon: Kohli and Sharma's ODI Future
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The cricket world is abuzz with discussions about the ODI futures of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as they prepare for a series in Australia starting October 19. Despite debates surrounding their roles, both cricket stalwarts seem poised to contribute significantly to India's cricketing endeavors.

India's national selectors are grappling with making strategic squad choices amidst player fitness issues and workload management challenges. As the selectors deliberate, Hardik Pandya's absence due to injury and Rishabh Pant's ongoing recovery present hurdles for the team's composition. Meanwhile, the focus remains fixated on the upcoming T20 World Cup and maximizing points from home Test matches.

Selectors will seek balance in the face of busy schedules, with crucial decisions on player participation needing resolution. Kohli and Sharma, pivotal in India's ODI makeup, will likely continue their legacy, as hinted by a promotional series teaser showcasing these cricket icons.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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