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Sydney ODI Sells Out: Kohli's Final Australia Match Draws Massive Crowd

Cricket Australia announced that public tickets for the third ODI at Sydney Cricket Ground have completely sold out. This match is particularly significant as it could be Virat Kohli's final appearance in Australia. The Indian team faces pressure to avoid a series sweep after losing the first two matches. Meanwhile, Australian fans are eager to witness what might be Kohli's farewell performance on their soil.

Key Points: Sydney ODI Sold Out for Kohli's Potential Australia Farewell

  • Virat Kohli's potential final Australia match draws massive SCG crowd
  • Kohli struggles with zero runs in two ODI matches this series
  • India faces series sweep threat with Australia leading 2-0
  • Shubman Gill leads Indian team for first time in ODIs
  • Rohit Sharma showed form with 73 runs in Adelaide match
  • Australian team aims for dominant 3-0 series clean sweep
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AUS vs IND: Public tickets for third ODI at Sydney sold out

48,000 fans pack SCG for Kohli's likely final Australia match as India aims to avoid series sweep against dominant Australian team.

"The upcoming match is likely to be Virat Kohli's last game in Australia - IANS"

New Delhi, Oct 24

Cricket Australia announced on Friday that public tickets for the third ODI between Australia and India, scheduled for Saturday at the Sydney Cricket Ground, have sold out. With the SCG’s capacity of 48000, fans will gather in large numbers to watch the major clash between the two powerhouse teams.

The upcoming match is likely to be Virat Kohli’s last game in Australia, and the former India skipper’s fans will arrive in huge numbers to get a glimpse of the 36-year-old. While Kohli plans to play the 2027 World Cup, Team India have no further ODI series scheduled in Australia before the global tournament.

Kohli's highly awaited comeback to international cricket hasn't unfolded as planned. In two games, the ex-captain has scored zero runs, getting out without scoring in Perth and Adelaide. He has faced only 12 balls so far in the series, sparking debates about his ongoing role in ODIs--the sole format he continues to play after retiring from Tests and T20Is.

Kohli and Rohit Sharma made their return to international cricket after six months, amid uncertainties about their ODI future and whether they can maintain top-level performance ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.

Although both Rohit and Kohli underperformed in the series opener in Perth, Rohit endured challenging conditions in Adelaide and scored 73 off 97 balls.

Kohli, however, failed to prove it at one of his favourite Australian venues, the Adelaide Oval, in the second ODI. While Kohli will be the main focus, India will aim to prevent a series sweep, with the hosts holding an unassailable 2-0 lead. Shubman Gill, who is leading the Indian side for the first time ever in ODIs, will also look to end the series on a victorious note.

The Aussies, meanwhile, would want to provide their home crowd with an unforgettable experience as they look to clinch the series 3-0.

-- IANS

- IANS

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Priya S
Honestly, I think we need to move on from Kohli and Rohit. They had their time, but now we should focus on building young talent for the 2027 World Cup. Two ducks in two matches is concerning for someone of his stature.
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Sarah B
As an Australian cricket fan, I'm excited to see the SCG packed! The India-Australia rivalry is always electric. Hope both teams put on a great show for the fans who managed to get tickets.
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Arjun K
King Kohli will bounce back! Form is temporary, class is permanent. He's given us so many memorable innings over the years. One last masterclass in Sydney would be perfect! 💪
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Michael C
The atmosphere at SCG when India plays is incredible. I was there for the 2015 World Cup semi-final and the energy was unbelievable. Great to see cricket bringing people together like this!
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Kavya N
I feel for Shubman Gill - leading the team for the first time in such pressure situation. Hope he gets some support from the senior players. Time for the youngsters to step up and show what they're made of!

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