Opener Rohit Sharma struck an unbeaten century, Virat Kohli made a fighting half-ton while pacer Harshit Rana grabbed four wickets as India defeated Australia by nine wickets in the third and final ODI but lost the series 1-2, in Sydney on Saturday. Rohit shared a vital 69-run partnerships with Shubman Gill (24) for the opening wicket before joining forces with Kohli (74 not out off 81 balls) for another unbroken productive 168-run stand as India chased down the target in 38.3 overs.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli lead India to a win in the final ODI #AUSvIND https://t.co/gElymMZSKE pic.twitter.com/Jd3tdWT6RW
— ICC (@ICC) October 25, 2025
Earlier, Harshit Rana-returning impressive figures of 4 for 39 as India bowled out Australia for 236. The hosts were well-placed at 183 for 3 at one stage, but a disciplined and collective bowling effort helped India stage a remarkable comeback. Australia captain Mitchell Marsh had won the toss and elected to bat first. Meanwhile, Australia clinched the series 2-1.





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