Kohli, Rohit return to nets as India begin Perth training:Veteran duo practice in Perth, India begin preparations for 3-match ODI series

Senior stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma hit the ground running in Perth, spending long hours in the nets as Team India began preparations for the upcoming ODI series against Australia starting Sunday. Both former India captains, who last featured in the Champions Trophy earlier this year, are returning to action in the 50-over format. The pair batted for nearly 30 minutes each, with Rohit also seen in an extended chat with head coach Gautam Gambhir. Also Read | 8 Records Rohit Sharma can shatter during Australia tour The Indian squad, which arrived in batches on Wednesday and Thursday, will play three ODIs and five T20Is on the white-ball tour. Having retired from Tests and T20Is earlier this year, the tour could mark Kohli and Rohit’s final appearance in Australia, with their 2027 World Cup participation uncertain. New skipper Shubman Gill, however, has backed the senior pros for their experience and influence. Also Read | Virat Kohli transfers Gurugram property to brother Kohli was later seen sharing notes with bowling coach Morne Morkel and sharing a light moment with pacer Arshdeep Singh. The team will continue its training sessions on Friday and Saturday.