Rohit Sharma Finally Returns? Big Update Ahead of Afghanistan ODIs

Rohit Sharma Finally Returns? Big Update Ahead of Afghanistan ODIs

Team India have received a major boost ahead of the ODI series against Afghanistan as Rohit Sharma has officially been declared fit for the upcoming matches. The Indian captain is now expected to return to action in the first ODI at Dharamshala on June 13 after successfully completing his fitness tests at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.

Rohit Sharma. (Credits: X.com)

Rohit’s fitness had become a big talking point over the last few weeks after he suffered a hamstring issue during IPL 2026. The injury raised doubts over his availability for the Afghanistan series as India were already struggling with multiple injury concerns in the squad.

However, the latest update has brought relief to both the team management and Indian fans. According to reports, Rohit completed all the required assessments at the Centre of Excellence and received full medical clearance ahead of the ODI series. The Indian team management now expects him to lead the side in the series opener in Dharamshala.

The Importance of Rohit’s Return

The timing of Rohit’s return is extremely important for India. The ODI series against Afghanistan marks the beginning of India’s preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup cycle. With several young players pushing for opportunities, the team still views Rohit as a key leader and experienced batter in the 50-over format.

India recently dominated Afghanistan in the one-off Test match and registered a historic innings-and-300-run victory in Mullanpur, the biggest win in India’s Test history. The team now hopes to carry the same momentum into the ODI series as well.

Rohit’s presence at the top of the order gives India both stability and aggression. Even at this stage of his career, he remains one of the most dangerous ODI batters in world cricket because of his ability to control innings and attack bowlers effortlessly.

The update also arrives at a crucial time because Virat Kohli will miss the ODI series due to a hamstring injury. With Kohli unavailable, Rohit’s return becomes even more valuable for the Indian batting lineup.

Meanwhile, reports also suggested that Hardik Pandya has cleared his fitness tests and could return alongside Rohit for the Afghanistan ODIs.

India will begin the three-match ODI series against Afghanistan in Dharamshala before the action moves to Lucknow and Chennai. Fans will now eagerly wait to see Rohit Sharma back in Indian colours after his injury break.