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Rohit and Kohli bid likely farewell to Australia as winners

Rohit Sharma scored his 33rd ODI century and Virat Kohli added 74 runs to secure a nine-wicket win at Sydney Cricket Ground, marking their likely final Australia appearance.

  • On Saturday at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Rohit Sharma hit an unbeaten 121 off 125 and Virat Kohli made 74 not out as India chased 237 in 38.3 overs for a nine-wicket win.
  • After Australia had already clinched the series with wins in Perth and Adelaide, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli confirmed they have played their last international games in Australia and thanked the fans.
  • Rohit Sharma's innings featured 13 fours and three sixes in his 33rd ODI century, while all‑rounder Harshit Rana took 4-39, dismissing Cooper Connolly and Josh Hazlewood in three balls.
  • Rohit Sharma was named Player of the Match and Player of the Series, while Virat Kohli sealed the chase by clipping the winning four to third man in their century stand.
  • The crowd made the Sydney Cricket Ground feel like New Delhi as the two thirtysomethings, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, delivered mature batting that frustrated Australia.
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The Indian team concluded the ODI series on a high note with a victory in the Sydney ODI. The Indian team performed well in all three departments. In addition to Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli also appeared in good form.

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FirstSportz broke the news in on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
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