Why did Akshar Patel give such a reaction? (PC-PTI)

The ODI series between India and Australia is starting from October 19 in Perth. Before this series, Travis Head and Akshar Patel together held a press conference in which questions were asked about Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. When Travis Head was asked whether this could be the last series of both Virat and Rohit in Australia, he said that it is an honor to play with them. He also expressed the hope that both these greats will also play the 2027 World Cup. However, the video of Axar Patel's change in expression after this statement of Travis Head is going viral on social media.

What did Travis Head say?

travis head While talking to the media, he praised both Virat and Rohit. He said, 'Both Rohit and Virat are great players in the white ball game. Virat Kohli is probably the greatest ODI cricketer of all time and Rohit is not far behind him. He does opening batting, there is a lot of respect for him. I think both are going to play World Cup 2027. It will be very good for the game. As soon as Travis Head said this, Akshar Patel, who was listening to this with a serious expression, suddenly started smiling. He did not say anything on the issue of both of them playing World Cup 2027, but this all-rounder confirmed that Rohit and Virat are absolutely ready for the ODI series.

Travis Head: They both are white ball greats. Probably Virat Kohli is the greatest white-ball player and Rohit Sharma is not far behind. I hope they both are going to play 2027 World Cup. It will be great for the game.

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— Rohan💫 (@rohann__45) October 17, 2025

What did Akshar say on Virat-Rohit?

Akshar Patel said that Virat and Rohit know what both have to do. He said, 'Virat-Rohit both are world class players. Both are professional players, know what to do, they are ready. If you talk about his form, he is preparing well. I think he is ready. All the players have given their fitness test and preparations for the series are complete.