PremiumIndian squad for Australia ODI series: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma rested, R Ashwin returns to squad led by KL Rahul
What's also interesting to see is that Ruturaj Gaikwad, who is set to lead the Men in Blue at the Asian Games 2023 is also part of the first two ODIs.
Last Updated: 09.19 PM, Sep 18, 2023
In the three-match ODI series against Australia, KL Rahul is slated to captain the Indian team in the first two games, commencing on September 22. R Ashwin is set to make his return to the ODI squad and will participate in all three matches.
Meanwhile, seasoned campaigners Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have been rested for the initial two fixtures and will return in the final game.
What's also interesting to see is Ruturaj Gaikwad, who is set to lead the Men in Blue at the Asian Games 2023 is also part of the first two ODIs along with Washington Sundar, who however, will play all three games.
Shreyas Iyer, who got injured at the Asia Cup 2023, is also added to the squad and will most likely be part of the playing Xi.
Talking about Axar Patel, there remains uncertainty regarding his fitness. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar remains hopeful that the all-rounder will recover in time for the last match.
Axar sustained an injury during the Super 4 encounter against Bangladesh, which was a non-competitive match. Washington Sundar was subsequently added to the Asia Cup squad as a last-minute replacement for Axar.
Both India and Australia are considered formidable contenders for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup 2023, which will be held on Indian soil. Australia has already unveiled an 18-member squad for the three ODIs, welcoming back key players into the lineup.