India Secures Series Win Over Australia in Thrilling ODI Match

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India's head coach, Gautam Gambhir, praised the maturity displayed by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in handling the chase, as their team secured a series win over Australia in the third ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Rohit cracked his 50th international hundred with his 33rd ODI ton, while Kohli became the all-time highest run-getter in limited-overs internationals, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record. The duo's unbroken 168-run partnership was instrumental in India's victory, with Rohit scoring 121 not out off 135 balls and Kohli contributing 74 not out.

Key Takeaways:

  • Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's 168-run partnership was the cornerstone of India's win, with Rohit scoring his 33rd ODI ton and Kohli becoming the all-time highest run-getter in limited-overs internationals.
  • Gautam Gambhir lauded the duo for their mature handling of the chase in a dressing room video revealed by the BCCI on social media.
  • Rohit Sharma's form improved progressively across the three innings, with his 121 not out off 135 balls securing a series win for India.
  • Harshit Rana's spell with the ball set up the chase for India, while Shubman Gill's early departure was a setback for the team.
  • The India-Australia ODI series marked a comeback for both Rohit and Virat, who had been out of action since June 2025 due to various reasons.
  • Rohit Sharma became the most successful visiting ODI batter in Australia with six centuries, as he bid farewell to the Australian shores.
  • Virat Kohli's unbeaten knock of 74 not out helped seal the win for India, while also breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most runs in limited-overs internationals.

Statistics:

  • Rohit Sharma scored 121 not out off 135 balls, his 33rd ODI ton and 50th international hundred.
  • Virat Kohli's unbeaten knock of 74 not out helped India win the match and surpass Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most runs in limited-overs internationals.
  • India's series win marked their 10th victory over Australia in 20th Tests.
  • Rohit Sharma's current strike rate in ODIs stands at 114.17, with a career ODI average of 55.55.
  • Virat Kohli's career ODI average now stands at 58.41, with a total of 12809 runs in 341 matches.

Sources:

  • BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) - "Gautam Gambhir hails Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for their mature handling of the chase."
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