The wait may finally be over Indian fans. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who have been away from international cricket for more than six months, are expected to make a return to India's ODI side.
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Team India is set to tour Australia for a white-ball series that includes 3 ODIs and 5 T20Is. The duo, who retired from the Tests and T20Is in the last 24 months, will only feature in the ODI leg.
In this article, The Sporting News takes a look at the full schedule and match dates for India's upcoming ODI tour against the reigning world champions, Australia.
Will Rohit and Virat be back for the ODI series against Australia?
Rohit and Kohli have been away from the international stage since March this year. The duo last played in the Finals of the ICC Champions Trophy, which India won against New Zealand.
Both Indian stars took to the field during the IPL this year, but fans have eagerly awaited their return for India ever since.
Rohit and Virat retired from T20I cricket after the 2024 T20 World Cup triumph, while also calling time on their Test careers earlier this year. The duo is now just part of the ODI setup, and with the big Australia tour coming up, fans are anticipating the return of their favorite stars.
When is the India vs Australia ODI series? Full Schedule and Date
The India vs. Australia ODI series will commence on Sunday, October 19th. The two sides will play three games in total, which will serve as good preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
| Match | Date | Time | Venue |
| India vs Australia 1st ODI | October 19 | 9:00 AM IST | Perth |
| India vs Australia 2nd ODI | October 23 | 9:00 AM IST | Adelaide |
| India vs Australia 3rd ODI | October 25 | 9:00 AM IST | Sydney |
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