Rohit Sharma Practices in Perth Ahead of India vs Australia ODIs; No Lamborghini Was Damaged

Indian cricket icon Rohit Sharma hit the nets in Perth on October 16, 2025, marking his first training session Down Under ahead of the three-match ODI series against Australia starting October 19, with official broadcasters Star Sports adding a cheeky caption: "No Lamborghini was harmed in this video." The light-hearted nod references a viral incident from Sharma's October 10 practice at Mumbai's Shivaji Park, where a massive six reportedly smashed into his own Lamborghini Urus—valued at over Rs 4.57 crore—prompting fan frenzy and jokes about the "Hitman's" unbridled power. Sharma, returning to ODIs after seven months following his Champions Trophy 2025 heroics, looked sharp in the footage, unleashing cover drives and lofted shots, signalling readiness sans captaincy burdens.

Sharma's last international outing was the March 7 Champions Trophy final, where his explosive 76 off 83 balls earned Player of the Match honours in India's unbeaten triumph over New Zealand, capping a fairy-tale unbeaten run. Post-tournament, the Ajit Agarkar-led selectors elevated Shubman Gill to ODI captaincy, a move Sharma embraced, focusing solely on batting as an opener alongside Gill. The decision drew mixed reactions—some hailed the leadership transition, while critics questioned sidelining a proven winner.

Sharma, who retired from Tests and T20Is earlier in 2025, has since thrived in IPL 2025 with Mumbai Indians, amassing 512 runs at a strike rate of 156, including three centuries. His Perth session, shared via Star Sports' X post amassing over 500,000 views, underscores the buzz, with fans quipping, "Even Lambos fear Rohit's sixes!"

Former India spinner Amit Mishra backed the shift, telling ANI exclusively that relieving Sharma of captaincy allows freer expression: "He has the freedom... to focus on performance and guide Gill." Mishra highlighted Sharma's potential to mentor on tactics, adding value without the pressure. For Gill, 26 and already a Test captain, the early responsibility accelerates growth: "He's led top players in IPL... He'll mature quickly and serve India long-term." Gill's recent feats include a record 754 runs at a 75.40 average on England's gruelling five-Test tour, ending 2-2, blending IPL nous with international steel. The duo's reunion—Sharma opening, Gill leading—fuels optimism for the 2027 ODI World Cup cycle.

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India's arrival in Perth wasn't seamless, plagued by a six-hour Dubai layover due to weather delays, but the squad's spirit remains high. With Virat Kohli also returning post-break, the series pits a refreshed batting order against Australia's pace battery of Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc. On X, reactions to Sharma's video exploded, from @mufaddal_vohra's "ROHIT SHARMA IN THE PRACTICE SESSION. One of the shots broke his own Lamborghini" (14,000+ likes) to fans celebrating his aura. As the opener looms at Optus Stadium, Sharma's blend of humour and hunger sets the tone—expect fireworks, minus vehicular casualties.

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