The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially unveiled the squad for the highly anticipated India Tour of Australia 2025, which includes an action-packed series across ODIs, T20Is, and Tests.
This announcement has already generated excitement among fans, as stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli make their much-awaited return to the squad, while Shubman Gill has been handed the captaincy of the ODI side — marking a significant generational shift in leadership.
ODI Squad: Gill to Lead India in Australia
In a major development, Shubman Gill has been appointed as India’s ODI captain for the tour, with Shreyas Iyer serving as his deputy. The squad blends experience and youth, with big names like Rohit and Kohli returning to strengthen the batting lineup.
India Tour of Australia – ODI Series 2025 Squad
- Shubman Gill (C),Rohit Sharma,Virat Kohli,Shreyas Iyer (VC),Axar Patel,KL Rahul (WK),Nitish Kumar Reddy,Washington Sundar,Kuldeep Yadav,Harshit Rana,Mohammed Siraj,Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna,Dhruv Jurel (WK),Yashasvi Jaiswal
T20I Squad: Suryakumar to Captain the Shortest Format
For the T20I series, the responsibility of captaincy has been given to Suryakumar Yadav, with Shubman Gill named as vice-captain. The squad features explosive batters, emerging youngsters, and experienced bowlers, giving India plenty of depth in all departments.
India Tour of Australia – T20I Series 2025 Squad
- Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill (VC), Tilak Varma,Nitish Kumar Reddy,Shivam Dube,Axar Patel,Jitesh Sharma (WK),Varun Chakaravarthy,Jasprit Bumrah,Arshdeep Singh,Kuldeep Yadav,Harshit Rana,Sanju Samson (WK),Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar
Rohit and Kohli Return: A Big Boost
The return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli is one of the biggest talking points ahead of the tour. Both seasoned campaigners bring not only runs but also invaluable experience against an Australian side that thrives on home advantage. Their presence alongside Gill, Jaiswal, and Iyer makes India’s batting lineup one of the strongest in recent years.
A Historic Rivalry Renewed
India vs Australia has always been one of the fiercest rivalries in world cricket. With a blend of experienced veterans and rising stars, the 2025 tour promises high-intensity cricket and memorable contests. Fans can expect packed stadiums, nail-biting finishes, and fiery exchanges as both sides battle for supremacy.
What to Expect
With Gill stepping into the ODI captaincy role, and Suryakumar leading the T20Is, the tour will also be closely watched as a test of India’s future leadership. The series will provide a platform for newcomers like Nitish Reddy, Harshit Rana, and Dhruv Jurel to prove themselves on foreign soil, while seniors like Kohli, Rohit, and Bumrah aim to guide the next generation.
