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Rohit Sharma impresses in nets as India prepares for ODI series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:03 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Rohit Sharma impresses in nets as India prepares for ODI series

Summary

Rohit Sharma showcased strong form during India's optional training session in Mohali on June 10, a day after receiving clearance from the Centre of Excellence. The veteran opener practiced with various batting techniques under the watchful eye of coaches, while Shreyas Iyer also looked sharp. India is set to play Afghanistan in a three-match ODI series starting June 13 in Dharamshala. Several players who participated in the recent Test match against Afghanistan did not attend this training session, focusing instead on recovery ahead of the ODIs.

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Key Details

•Rohit Sharma had a productive training session in Mohali.
•Shreyas Iyer also performed well, showing good batting form.
•The first ODI against Afghanistan is on June 13 in Dharamshala.
•India won the recent Test match against Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs.
•Notable absentees from training include captain Shubman Gill and other key players.

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8:03 PMYahoo Sports — Flicks, pulls and drives on show as Rohit Sharma hits stride in nets; India gear up for Afghanistan ODI series

What they're saying

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Rohit Sharma looked in fine touch during India’s optional training session in Mohali, a day after receiving CoE clearance. The veteran opener spent over an hour in the nets, while Shreyas Iyer also impressed ahead of the ODI series against Afghanistan.
— Yahoo Sports

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