Virat Kohli is the first India batter to reach Australia as the former India captain landed in Perth on Sunday evening. Kohli travelled before the first batch of players, who left from Mumbai on November 10.

Virat Kohli reached Perth two weeks before the start of the Australia series, but there is yet no confirmation on Rohit Sharma's availability for Perth opener

Virat Kohli arrived early in Perth as India prepares for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Uncertainty looms over Rohit Sharma's availability due to family commitments.

Indian coach Gautam Gambhir defended Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma against Ricky Ponting's remarks, questioning Ponting's focus on Indian cricket. Gambhir praised the players' dedication and hunger for success,

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has backed senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli amid their poor form and said that Ricky Ponting should only focus on Australian cricket.

Ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Indian cricket coach Gautam Gambhir dismissed Ricky Ponting's criticism of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's recent form. Gambhir emphasized the importance of the team's hunger for success over external commentary.

Virat Kohli's pic on the poster of the banner for the India-Australia series sparked debate on social media. Rohit Sharma is the present captain of Team India but the broadcaster used Virat's pic. Jasprit Bumrah is the vice-captain and will lead India if Rohit misses a game.