INDvsAUS: Third ODI at Sydney Sold Out as Fans Rush to Watch Kohli

Public tickets for the third One-Day International (ODI) between India and Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) have sold out completely, Cricket Australia announced on Friday. The match, set for Saturday, will fill the iconic venue to its 48,000-seat capacity as fans flock to witness a high-stakes clash between two cricketing giants. With Australia holding an unassailable 2-0 series lead, the encounter carries added significance as it may mark Virat Kohli’s final appearance in Australia before the 2027 ODI World Cup, drawing massive interest from supporters eager to see the Indian batting legend in action one last time on Australian soil.

Kohli, who retired from Test and T20I cricket earlier, has endured a challenging return to international ODI play after a six-month hiatus. The 36-year-old has been dismissed for zero in both matches so far—facing just 12 deliveries across innings in Perth and Adelaide—fueling debates about his form and future in the 50-over format. Despite the struggles, his enduring popularity remains undiminished, with fans expected to turn out in droves at the SCG, one of his favored hunting grounds historically. Captain Rohit Sharma, also returning alongside Kohli, managed a resilient 73 in the second ODI under tough conditions, offering some stability to India’s top order.

Under the leadership of stand-in captain Shubman Gill—making his debut as ODI skipper—India will be desperate to avoid a series whitewash and salvage pride in the decider. The young batting lineup faces a formidable Australian side determined to deliver a 3-0 clean sweep for their home crowd. The hosts have dominated the series thus far, capitalising on early breakthroughs and consistent bowling performances. Saturday’s fixture not only represents a final opportunity for India to register a win but also serves as a celebratory send-off for Kohli in what could be his last bilateral ODI Down Under.

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The sold-out SCG underscores the enduring appeal of India-Australia encounters, particularly in the ODI format ahead of the next World Cup cycle. With no further bilateral ODI series scheduled between the two nations before the 2027 global event, the match carries emotional weight for Indian fans worldwide. As both teams vie for momentum and closure, the atmosphere at the historic venue is poised to be electric, blending competitive intensity with tributes to one of cricket’s modern greats.

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