East India captain Rohit Sharma Target brightens up Gurugram event with a sharp, humorous comment Englandis disappointing The Ashes 2025-26 campaign against AustraliaSpeaking at the Masters Union convocation, the Mumbai batsman highlighted the brutal challenge of Test cricket amid England’s 3-0 series loss following crushing defeats in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide, Australia won the third Test by 82 runs to retain the series, equaling the shortest Ashes decision length in a century,
of England ben stokesChasing 435 in Adelaide, the led side faltered in all three matches, losing the openers by eight wickets each in three days. Mitchell Starc3-62 more Scott BolandThe decisive blow ended England’s fortunes as they were all out for 352, extending their winning streak in Australia to 18 Tests since 2011. head coach Brendon McCullum Facing mounting pressure, former players have demanded changes as Australia retain the trophy for the fourth consecutive time since 2017-18.
Rohit Sharma takes a dig at the poor condition of England’s Ashes 2025-26 in Australia
Rohit took home Australia’s fortress status, mirroring India’s prestigious 2021 Gabba win despite injuries and debutants. ,Australia is the toughest to play, you can only ask England,” he quipped, translating it as, “Australia is the hardest to play in; Just ask EnglandThe line given with his signature wisdom comes to mind Rishabh Pantmatch winning innings and tim pennPre-game comments highlight how India beat the odds to win historic series
The comment echoed across the cricket world, prompting laughter from fans as England look to proudly avoid a 5-0 whitewash in the final two Tests – their fourth in Ashes history. Rohit’s timely trolling, amid his recent ODI century in Australia on October 25, 2025, confirms his stature as a clear voice in global cricket.
Here is the video:
Rohit Sharma said, “Playing in Australia is the toughest, you can ask England about it.”
BRO has ownership only in England and @TheBarmyArmy pic.twitter.com/qvXQWMQNe3
– 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@Rushiii_12) 21 December 2025
Rohit is ready to make a comeback for Mumbai in Vijay Hazare Trophy
Changing gears, Rohit eyes domestic action after being included in Mumbai squad Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 opener. This 50 over event will start on December 24 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Shardul Thakur Captaincy.
Mumbai will first face Sikkim on December 24, followed by Uttarakhand on December 26 – Rohit’s availability confirmed before he rejoins India for January new zealand ODI series. His last full Vijay Hazare stint in 2018–19 saw him play a match-winning unbeaten innings in the quarters against Bihar, which helped Mumbai win the title. Fans are expecting fireworks from the Hitmen, who will blend their international pedigree with Ranji hopes in the elite Group C.