TL;DR
- Sharma was absent from the nets during a high-profile practice session ahead of the India–Australia 2025 series.
- Gambhir is reported to be mentoring Rohit’s replacement, hinting at the team’s changing guard.
- The move sparked speculation about Rohit’s form and positioning ahead of critical ODIs.
- Media and cricket analysts view this as part of a succession strategy within the national team.
- India’s performance expectations in Australia remain high, adding context to the team’s internal dynamics.





