SaralnamaFormer cricketer Aakash Chopra revealed India's likely XI for the ODI series opener against Australia on in Perth. New captain Shubman Gill will lead a team including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and KL Rahul. Chopra's prediction omits Kuldeep Yadav and Yashasvi Jaiswal. The lineup features Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, and Washington Sundar as all-rounders. Pace bowlers Harshit Rana, Mohammed Siraj, and Arshdeep Singh complete the XI. Jasprit Bumrah is rested for workload management. This match marks the start of India's preparation for the 2027 World Cup in South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe. To watch the match, check your local TV listings or streaming services for broadcast information. (Updated 16 Oct 2025, 11:25 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Former cricketer Aakash Chopra revealed India's likely XI for the ODI series opener against Australia on in Perth
- New captain Shubman Gill will lead a team including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and KL Rahul
- Chopra's prediction omits Kuldeep Yadav and Yashasvi Jaiswal