After Perth Debacle, Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli Practice for an Hour in Adelaide Ahead of IND vs AUS 2nd ODI

After a humbling loss in Perth, Team India have gone back to the drawing board ahead of the India vs Australia 2nd ODI in Adelaide. The return of veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma didn’t go as planned, as both failed to make an impact in the rain-hit first match. Determined to make amends, the experienced duo were among the first to arrive at the Adelaide Oval nets for an intense training session.

🏏 Practice Makes Perfect? Rohit & Virat Eye Perth Redemption

In Perth, India’s batting crumbled under testing conditions. Rohit Sharma managed just 8 runs, undone by a rising delivery from Josh Hazlewood, while Virat Kohli fell for a rare duck, caught brilliantly by Cooper Connolly at point. The early dismissals left India reeling, and despite efforts from the middle order, Shubman Gill’s captaincy debut ended in disappointment as India fell short via the DLS method.

Determined to bounce back, both Rohit and Kohli spent over an hour each in the nets on Tuesday, focusing on timing, footwork, and adjusting to Adelaide’s conditions. According to on-ground sources, Kohli was particularly intense during his net session, while Rohit looked to rediscover his trademark pull and drives through the covers.

1 Hour batting from Rohit
45 Mints for Virat in the outdoors
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— Rohit Juglan (@rohitjuglan) October 21, 2025

🏟️ Long Nets Before Adelaide Challenge

This extended net session is not unusual for the senior duo. Ahead of the first ODI, they had also opted for long practice stints. However, given their lack of runs in Perth, Tuesday’s session carried extra significance.

With India trailing 0–1, the pressure is on to keep the series alive. Another defeat in Adelaide would mean a series loss for India, and both Rohit and Kohli know the spotlight is firmly on them.

⚡ What’s at Stake for the “Ro-Ko” Duo?

Both veterans are eyeing a place in India’s long-term plans leading to the 2027 ODI World Cup. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar recently stated that senior players won’t be judged on a match-by-match basis, but it’s no secret that form and fitness will dictate their futures.

For now, the focus is simple — rediscover touch, build partnerships, and give India the solid start they sorely missed in Perth. With the Adelaide Oval traditionally offering true bounce and value for shots, the conditions may well suit their game.

🇮🇳 IND vs AUS 2nd ODI: Key Details

• Match: India vs Australia, 2nd ODI

• Date: October 23, 2025

• Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide

• Start Time: 9:30 AM IST

The Ro-Ko duo have a point to prove, and Adelaide — a happy hunting ground for both — could be the perfect place to turn things around.