Rohit Sharma, the ex-captain of India, has been working hard in the nets in Mumbai as he gets ready for the home ODI series against New Zealand, which consists of three matches. The star batsman, who is 38 years old, underwent intensive practice sessions to perfect his skills before the important assignment, thus proving his dedication to keeping his fitness at the highest level.
Rohit Sharma’s record performance against New Zealand in ODIs is nothing short of excellent. The last three-match home series between India and the Kiwis in 2023 gave the veteran batter a chance to perform stunningly. He scored 51 runs off 50 balls in the second match, showing his typical aggressive but calculated playing style. He ended the series with a great performance of 101 runs from 85 balls in the last game, thus proving his consistency and capacity to perform in important matches.
Rohit Sharma undergoes a nets session in Mumbai:
Number 1 ODI batter, Rohit Sharma working hard for New Zealand ODIs. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/c0r1NnxG4L
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Former captain of India, Rohit Sharma, has been working hard at the nets in Mumbai in preparation for the New Zealand ODI series, which consists of three matches and will be held at home. The player with the star power went through practice sessions and was really committed to this whole thing; his aim was to sharpen his skills for the very important assignment.
The series will start with the first match at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on Sunday, January 11, and then the second ODI will be played at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on January 14. The third match will be played at Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on January 18. A clip that has been making the rounds on social media showed some parts of Sharma’s tough net session in Mumbai, which was very much a focused preparation.
Rohit Sharma’s attendance at the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 was significant, as it was his debut in the 50-over domestic tournament after almost seven years. The return to action is a sign of his determination to be fit and in form for all formats.
His involvement in domestic cricket and preparation for the New Zealand ODI series indicate that he is dedicated to playing at the highest level and that he wants to contribute significantly to India’s international assignments that are coming up soon.
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