With India set to face Australia in an ODI series starting October 19th, cricket legend Harbhajan Singh is predicting a stellar performance from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Their return to the ODI fold after retiring from Test cricket post-Champions Trophy 2025 has sparked considerable fan interest. Harbhajan is confident that the iconic duo will play a decisive role in the upcoming matches.
Dispelling any notions of fitness issues for Virat Kohli, Harbhajan described him as the ultimate role model for physical conditioning. “Please don’t ask any questions about Virat’s fitness. When it comes to fitness, he’s a guru. Everyone follows what he does,” he remarked, underscoring Kohli’s exceptional physical state. Harbhajan asserted that Kohli is arguably the fittest player currently active in international cricket, a testament to his unwavering dedication.
The former off-spinner anticipates that the familiar Australian pitches will suit both Rohit and Kohli. He specifically referenced Kohli’s impressive statistics in Australia, where he has accumulated 1,327 runs in 29 games with an average above 51. “He’s now heading to Australia, his favourite place to bat, and I’m sure he’ll once again show his mettle there,” Harbhajan predicted. He extended this optimism to Rohit, envisioning both batsmen scoring freely and guiding India to wins.
Harbhajan candidly expressed his hope for Virat Kohli to score a minimum of two centuries during the three-game series. He cited Kohli’s proven ability to perform under pressure and on challenging tours. “Some players thrive when things get difficult; that’s when they bring out their best. And Virat Kohli is one of those players,” Harbhajan commented, highlighting Kohli’s knack for big performances. He sees Australia as Kohli’s ‘favourite hunting ground’ and anticipates a strong showing post-IPL.
The Australia tour signifies a key moment for Rohit and Kohli’s international resurgence. Both players are reportedly focused on intense training, aiming to build momentum for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Harbhajan’s forward-looking statements resonate with the hopes of countless fans eager to see India’s batting stalwarts replicate their past glories Down Under.
