Rohit Sharma is likely to miss the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2025 due to personal reasons, a development that could significantly impact Team India. His absence would leave a major void in the batting lineup, making the opening Test against Australia even more challenging. Amid the speculation about who might step in as his replacement, it’s crucial to examine Rohit’s record against Australia. How has he fared against them in the past, and just how much will India feel his absence if he’s unable to play?
Rohit Sharma stats against Australia in Test
In 12 matches against Australia, Rohit Sharma has scored 708 runs at an average of 33.71 and a strike rate of 52.17. His highest score against them is 120, and he has registered one century and three half-centuries during these encounters.
| Mat | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s |
| 12 | 708 | 120 | 33.71 | 52.17 | 1 | 3 |
Rohit Sharma stats in Australia
In 7 matches and 14 innings, Rohit Sharma has accumulated 408 runs at an average of 31.38 and a strike rate of 47.66. His highest score in these games is an unbeaten 63, and he has recorded three half-centuries but is yet to score a century.
| Mat | Inns | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s |
| 7 | 14 | 408 | 63* | 31.38 | 47.66 | 0 | 3 |
Border-Gavaskar Trophy Schedule
| Date | Test Match | Venue | Start Time (IST) | GMT Time | Match Result |
| Fri, 22 Nov ’24 | 1st Test | Perth | 07:50 | 02:20 | TBA |
| Fri, 06 Dec ’24 | 2nd Test | Adelaide | 09:30 | 04:00 | TBA |
| Sat, 14 Dec ’24 | 3rd Test | Brisbane | 05:50 | 00:20 | TBA |
| Thu, 26 Dec ’24 | 4th Test | Melbourne | 05:00 | 23:30 | TBA |
| Fri, 03 Jan ’25 | 5th Test | Sydney | 05:00 | 23:30 | TBA |
