AUS vs IND 2025: Rohit Sharma mentors Yashasvi Jaiswal ahead of second ODI in Adelaide

Published - 21 Oct 2025, 14:14 IST | Updated - 21 Oct 2025, 14:15 IST

Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma was spotted offering valuable advice to young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal during a practice session in Adelaide, as Team India prepares for the second ODI against Australia on Thursday, October 23, 2025. With the hosts leading the three-match series 1-0, the Men in Blue are under pressure to bounce back.

Jaiswal, who made his ODI debut earlier this year against England, has yet to cement his place in India’s white-ball setup. While he has been a consistent performer in Tests, opportunities in ODIs and T20Is have been limited. Rohit’s guidance on handling Adelaide’s pitch conditions could prove crucial for the left-hander as he seeks to make an impact.

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India endured a tough outing in the opening ODI on a bouncy pitch in Perth, suffering a seven-wicket defeat. Rohit, returning to international cricket after a seven-month break, looked rusty and was dismissed for just eight runs by Josh Hazlewood. Despite stepping down from captaincy duties, the 38-year-old remains committed to contributing as a senior batter.

India’s transition phase continues under new ODI captain Shubman Gill, who is leading the side in Australia. The team is banking on its experienced players to deliver, especially after a disappointing start. Alongside Rohit, Virat Kohli also returned to action but endured a rare failure, dismissed for a duck by Mitchell Starc. It was the Delhi-born cricketer’s first duck in 30 innings on Australian soil, and he struggled against Starc’s swing, facing a maiden over before his dismissal.

With the series on the line, India will look to regroup and rely on the experience of Rohit and Kohli to challenge the hosts. The second ODI in Adelaide promises to be a pivotal clash, and all eyes will be on how the veterans and young guns respond under pressure.