The Indian cricket team departed from the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on Wednesday, October 15, for his or her much-awaited ODI series against Australia. The three-match series, led by Shubman Gill, is ready to start on October 19. A lot of the squad members and support staff were already in Delhi after completing the second Test against the West Indies on the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Senior players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Shreyas Iyer, who weren’t a part of the Test squad, joined the team before their departure. Videos of Kohli’s arrival in Delhi and Rohit’s flight from Mumbai surfaced online, making a buzz amongst fans. Crowds gathered on the airport to cheer and want the Men in Blue success as they left for the Australian tour.
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🚨Virat Kohli & team depart for Australia from Delhi@gargiraut15 reports.@ThumsUpOfficial #INDvAUS pic.twitter.com/zyz1wTRWxM
— RevSportz Global (@RevSportzGlobal) October 15, 2025
Shubman Gill’s First Series As ODI Captain
This upcoming series marks a very important moment for Indian cricket as it can be Shubman Gill’s first ODI task as captain. He recently took over leadership from veteran batter Rohit Sharma. It also serves as India’s first ODI series since their 2025 Champions Trophy win, adding more excitement and expectation.
The Men in Blue will aim to start out strongly, having lost their previous ODI series in Australia 1-2. During that series, which got here after the COVID-19 break, India struggled in high-scoring matches but managed to avoid a whitewash. With a brand new leader and refreshed squad, the team is wanting to make a comeback and establish dominance on Australian soil.
Focus On Kohli And Rohit As India Eyes Redemption
Over time, India’s approach and composition have seen several changes, especially with seasoned players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma entering the latter stages of their careers. Their performance on this series is anticipated to play a vital role in shaping India’s future ODI plans. The primary ODI will likely be played on the Optus Stadium in Perth on October 19, followed by matches on the Adelaide Oval and the Sydney Cricket Ground.
After the ODIs, India will proceed their stay Down Under for a five-match T20I series, which will likely be a key preparation stage for the 2026 T20 World Cup. Gautam Gambhir stated, “The World Cup continues to be two and a half years away. We’d like to remain in the current. Hopefully, the 2 have a successful tour, and more importantly, the team has a successful tour.”
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