Rohit Sharma scored 73 runs in India’s second ODI against Australia at Adelaide Oval. Despite India losing, his innings showed he still has the drive to perform at the highest level. After the match, India head coach Gautam Gambhir jokingly told Rohit that fans thought it was his farewell match and suggested taking a photo. Fans were relieved by the light-hearted remark. Former assistant coach Abhishek Nayar praised Rohit’s resilience, saying his fighting innings under pressure showed determination and grit. Rohit continues to prove he remains a key player for India in tough conditions.

In the second ODI against Australia at Adelaide Oval, Indian captain Rohit Sharma etched his name in cricket history by becoming the first Asian batter to hit 150 sixes across SENA nations — South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia. Rohit scored a crucial 73 runs off 97 balls, also surpassing Sourav Ganguly’s ODI record to become India’s second-highest run-scoring opener with 9,190 runs. Although India lost the match narrowly, Rohit’s milestone reinforced his dominance and consistency on foreign pitches. Fans and cricket legends hailed the achievement as a remarkable feat in modern cricket. (PC: NDTV)

India stormed into the semifinals of the Women’s World Cup 2025 with a strong 53-run victory over New Zealand. Smriti Mandhana scored 109 off 95 balls, while Pratika Rawal hit 122 from 134 deliveries, guiding India to 340 for three in 49 overs. After rain interruptions, New Zealand were set a revised target of 325 in 44 overs but managed only 271 for eight. Jemimah Rodrigues added an unbeaten 76 to boost India’s total. For New Zealand, Brooke Halliday made 81 and Isabella Gaze 65. With this win, India joined Australia, England, and South Africa in the semifinals. (PC: BCCI)

Virat Kohli raised his gloves to acknowledge fans at Adelaide Oval after being dismissed for a duck in the 2nd ODI against Australia. It was his second consecutive duck in the series, raising questions about his form and future. Many fans speculated whether the gesture hinted at retirement. Former India opener Aakash Chopra advised not to read too much into it, saying Kohli was simply paying tribute to Adelaide, a ground where he has scored 975 runs, the most by a visiting batter. India lost the match, falling 2-0 in the three-match series. (PC: X)

Despite no longer holding the official captaincy, Rohit Sharma's leadership instincts were evident during India's second ODI against Australia in Adelaide. After the 33rd over, noticing Washington Sundar's ineffective bowling plan against left-hander Cooper Connolly, Rohit approached Sundar with animated guidance, emphasizing the need for the off-spinner to bowl slower and move the ball away from the batter. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill remained engrossed in setting the field, showcasing his commitment to his role. Rohit's intervention highlighted his continued influence on the team's strategy and decision-making. (PC: JioHotstar)    

Virat Kohli scored two consecutive ducks against Australia in recent ODIs. After this, some social media users unfairly blamed his wife, actor Anushka Sharma, for his poor performance, with some even posting extreme messages. Fans of Anushka quickly came to her defence, calling out the misogyny and saying women are wrongly blamed for men’s failures. Many noted that the couple’s move to London could be related to avoiding such trolling. Virat and Anushka married in 2017 and have two children. Anushka has not announced new film projects since 2018 but continues to be in the public eye. (PC: X)

In a thrilling encounter at the Adelaide Oval, Australia defeated India by 2 wickets in the 2nd ODI, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Chasing India’s total of 264/9, powered by Rohit Sharma’s 73 off 97 balls and Shreyas Iyer’s 61 off 77, Australia relied on half-centuries from Matthew Short and Cooper Connolly to edge past the target. Australian skipper Mitchell Marsh had opted to bowl first after winning the toss. India’s top order, including Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli, put up resistance, but Australia’s balanced batting and disciplined bowling sealed the victory with ease. 

Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra will be a torch-bearer for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The Milano Cortina Games will be held from February 6 to 22, 2026, in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.   Bindra, India’s first individual Olympic gold medallist in the 10m air rifle event at Beijing 2008, said he is “truly humbled” by the honour. The torch relay is a key Olympic tradition, symbolising unity and perseverance. Bindra will carry the flame through different regions of Italy before the opening ceremony. The 2026 Games will feature 116 medal events across 16 disciplines.

Virat Kohli’s much-awaited Adelaide appearance ended in disappointment as he was dismissed for a duck in the second ODI against Australia. The former captain was trapped LBW by Xavier Bartlett after facing just four balls, marking his second straight duck in the series. As Kohli walked back, he waved to the Adelaide crowd, sparking talk that it could be his final game at the venue. Fans responded with a standing ovation for one of their favourites. Kohli has scored 976 runs at Adelaide Oval — the most by a visiting batter — making it one of his most successful grounds. (PC: X)

India face Australia in the second ODI at Adelaide on Thursday, looking to level the series after losing the opener in Perth. All eyes are on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who struggled in the first match. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said both stars are in good form and confident of a comeback. India’s record in Adelaide is strong, with nine wins in 15 ODIs. Rain and a damp pitch may help Australia’s pace attack, led by Starc and Hazlewood. Alex Carey and Adam Zampa return for Australia, boosting their balance as India aim to fight back. (PC: X)