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A resurfaced video of Rohit Sharma practicing sparked speculation about his return, but it was confirmed as old footage from the 2025 IPL season. Despite concerns raised by a recent hospital visit, Sharma has cleared a fitness test and is set to join Virat Kohli in the ODI series against Australia, marking their return to international cricket after a break.

Rishabh Pant is in a race against time to recover from a foot fracture sustained during the fourth Test against England. While he aims to return for the West Indies Test series starting October 2, his participation is uncertain. A more realistic return is expected for the ODI series against Australia, commencing October 19, as his recovery progresses.

South Zone has announced their squad for the Duleep Trophy final against Central Zone, led by Mohammed Azharuddeen and Ricky Bhui. Andrew Siddarth and Smaran Ravichandran replace Jagadeesan and Padikkal, who are now with India A. South Zone aims to maintain their momentum, relying on Azharuddeen and Bhui to lead the batting against a strong Central Zone.

Shubman Gill, recovering from a viral flu, is expected to arrive in Bengaluru to begin Asia Cup preparations at the BCCI Centre of Excellence. He will undergo assessment and training due to unsuitable facilities near his home, and is likely to depart for Dubai from Bengaluru, joining other squad members.

Rohit Sharma, India's ODI captain, is set to undergo fitness assessments at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru starting September 13, including the newly-introduced Bronco Test. He'll also practice there to prepare for the Australia white-ball tour in November.