Overview
- Former selector Kris Srikkanth called Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli automatic picks for India’s ODI squad to tour Australia.
- Srikkanth said he would hand the ODI captaincy to Rohit for the series and wants both seniors to keep playing.
- He urged the pair to feature in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and other domestic 50-over matches to regain rhythm.
- Reports say the BCCI has contacted both players to understand their plans, though no mandate on domestic participation has been announced.
- India’s three ODIs against Australia are scheduled for October 19–25, with the squad expected to be named soon.