Every time India travel to Australia, fans expect Rohit Sharma to deliver. His batting rhythm on those good, bouncy pitches and fast outfields has always shown his timing and control. He has scored 1,328 runs in 30 ODIs in Australia at an average of 53.12. The Hitman owns five centuries and four half-centuries. These numbers prove how well his batting approach fits the Australian conditions.
Cricket fans still remember his 171 not out at the WACA. They remember it not just for the sheer amount of runs but for the ease with which he batted. That innings still holds the record for the highest score by a visiting batsman against Australia on their own ground. His record of five ODI centuries makes him the most successful Indian batsman in that country.
The 38-year-old equals the best efforts by any visiting player. The former Indian captain's return to Australia this month brings both nostalgia and excitement. The pitches will feel familiar, and the challenge stays the same, but this time, the story takes a new turn. Meanwhile, Aaron Finch revealed the role that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will have under Shubman Gill's captaincy.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 30 |
| Runs Scored | 1328 |
| Batting Average | 53.12 |
| Centuries | 5 |
| Half-Centuries | 4 |
| Highest Score | 171* |
The New Leadership and the Unwritten Future
This series, beginning on October 19, 2025, introduces a change that feels both natural and interesting. Shubman Gill, now the ODI captain, steps into a space that Rohit Sharma once led with calm authority. Gill already leads the Test side and serves as vice-captain in T20Is. His role now places him at the centre of India’s leadership setup.
Rohit and Virat Kohli return as specialist batters after a break since the Champions Trophy final in March. Both senior players now face questions about their future beyond this series and the 2027 ODI World Cup. Their decision to retire from Tests and T20Is has already changed the dressing-room atmosphere. Former India legend Sunil Gavaskar recently said that Rohit and Kohli should play domestic cricket to keep their form and match fitness. For now, their presence adds a deeper emotional layer to this Australian tour.
