Rohit Sharma is set to turn up the heat in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia starting from October 19 in Perth. Rohit Sharma was recently stripped of the ODI captaincy and now he will be eager to storm the stage and prove himself once again.
The 38-year-old opening batsman will be looking to remind everyone in his comeback series against Australia why he remains one of the most dangerous batsmen in world cricket. The host team has already selected its fast bowlers Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood for the ODI series.
Rohit Sharma trains at Shivaji Park, mastering the pull, cut and sweep
But Rohit is leaving no stone unturned to counter the Australian attack. On Friday, October 10, the Hitman was seen working hard in the nets at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park. Rohit used his trademark pull and cut shots with precise timing against the pace.
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The former Indian captain was also seen playing aggressive in-out drives during his practice session at Shivaji Park. Rohit did not stop here. He also practiced against the spinners, working on the sweep and slog sweep to ensure he was ready for any challenge on Australian soil.
In the viral video, every shot and every exercise shows Rohit’s determination to be in peak form for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, where his long-time teammate Virat Kohli will also make a comeback in national colours.
Fans go crazy over Rohit Sharma’s training in Mumbai
A huge number of fans gathered at Shivaji Park to get a glimpse of their favorite cricketer. Rohit also could not reach the field easily; A lot of public was waiting on their way to see their star batsman. Now, clips of Rohit hitting the nets in Mumbai are all over the internet.
After so many days, my heart was filled with joy seeing Rohit Sharma batting in a cap without a helmet.
Hitmen are working hard for the upcoming challenge @ImRo45 pic.twitter.com/6EHLwsbbRs
– 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@Rushiii_12) 10 October 2025
A huge crowd turned out to watch Rohit Sharma bat and the RO gave them what they came for
– Rohan (@rohann__45) 10 October 2025
A shot played by Rohit Sharma was so brutal that the ball damaged his own Lamborghini Urus.
Rohit Sharma’s sweep shot broke his own Lamborghini Urus.
– Rohan (@rohann__45) 10 October 2025
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Notably, the upcoming ODI series between India and Australia will be Rohit’s first international innings since the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 win in the UAE earlier this year. Now, they will aim to deliver a strong performance to secure their spot for the ICC World Cup 2027.
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Even Rohit has lost more than 10 kg and is looking fitter and sharper than in years. He is training hard with Abhishek Nair in Mumbai. The Hitmen are set to join the Indian team camp in Delhi next week before leaving for the Australia tour.
Rohit Sharma confident and excited ahead of ODI series in Australia
Recently, Rohit Sharma said that he is excited to face the Australian team on their home ground, where the conditions and crowd always give the game that extra edge. Australia has always been a tough opponent, and playing Down Under is never easy. But Rohit’s experience on these pitches gives him an edge and he knows what to expect from fast bowlers and bouncy surfaces.
“I love playing against them. I love going to Australia. It’s a very challenging country to play cricket. The people there also love the game,” Rohit had said at the CEAT Awards 2025.
