Home / Sports / Veteran Duo Kohli and Rohit Mentor India's New ODI Captain Gill
Veteran Duo Kohli and Rohit Mentor India's New ODI Captain Gill
18 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's presence to aid Shubman Gill's captaincy growth
- Kohli and Rohit look sharp in training after long break
- Indian cricketers now focus more on strategy than pitch conditions in Australia
As India prepares for the upcoming ODI series against Australia, the towering presence of veteran cricketers Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma is expected to aid the growth of newly appointed captain Shubman Gill. According to left-arm spinner Axar Patel, Gill will benefit greatly from the experience and guidance of Kohli and Rohit, who have both captained the Indian team in the past.
Despite their long break from competitive cricket since the Champions Trophy in March, Kohli and Rohit appear to be in top form, looking sharp in the team's training sessions. Axar noted that the duo are "world-class players" and are ready to perform at the highest level.
The Indian cricketers have also shifted their focus from discussing the bouncy Australian pitches to strategizing against the opposition. Axar, who first visited Australia a decade ago, said the team's approach has evolved, with more emphasis on planning and execution rather than just adapting to the conditions.
