Abhishek Sharma likely to be included in the ODI Squad Vs Australia

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Abhishek Sharma likely to be included in the ODI series Vs Australia: T20I No. 1 batsman Abhishek Sharma may soon be included in the ODI format. After playing a blistering innings against Pakistan in the Asia Cup, he could be included in the ODI squad for the Australia tour. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selection committee is considering the matter. Abhishek Sharma, who has played 21 T20I matches for Team India, is performing brilliantly in the Asia Cup and playing a key role in the team's victory. Given this, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir may consider including him in the ODI squad.

Abhishek Sharma may get a chance on the Australia tour

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According to reports, Team India opener Abhishek Sharma may be included in the ODI squad for next month's tour of Australia. India will play three ODIs and five T20Is in Australia. The ODI series begins on October 19.

According to TOI reports, this explosive batsman has impressed significantly with his performance in the shorter formats. Consequently, the team management may consider including him in the ODI squad. Abhishek Sharma currently leads the Asia Cup 2025 run-scorer list. He has scored 173 runs in four matches, with a strike rate of 208.43. Abhishek Sharma's impressive performance is due to his hard work.

Who will be left out of the team now?

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If Abhishek Sharma is included in the ODI squad for the Australia tour, who will be left out of his team? This question is on everyone's mind. India has 27 ODIs to play before the next ODI World Cup, to be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia in 2027. Shubman Gill is the first-choice opener in big ODIs.

Now, if Abhishek Sharma opens the innings alongside Shubman Gill in ODIs, what will happen to Rohit Sharma? Will captain Rohit Sharma's ODI career be over? Another question is what will happen to Yashasvi Jaiswal, who made his ODI debut against England in Nagpur earlier this year. With Abhishek's inclusion in the squad, how many openers will the selectors select for the three-match series?

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