Immediately after sealing the win, Rohit and Virat spoke to Adam Gilchrist and Ravi Shastri on Fox Cricket, and it was then that the duo confirmed that the three-match series was their final assignment Down Under.

“I’ve always loved coming here. I enjoy playing cricket here in Australia. Fond memories of 2008 and a nice way to finish getting that knock and getting that win as well,” said Rohit.

“I don’t know if we’ll be coming back to Australia, but it was fun all these years that we played here. You know, a lot of good memories, bad memories, but all in all I’ll take the cricket that I played here,” he added.

Both Rohit and Virat have had a long, loving relationship with Australia, and the country saw the duo scoring runs for fun, especially in the 50-over format; hence, it was fitting that the two stalwarts bowed out on a high. The duo witnessed a lot of cheering throughout the three matches as Australia came to a standstill.

There was enough euphoria around the two as soon as they landed Down Under. In all the training sessions, the fans constantly came up to them, and the duo obliged by taking the time to give autographs.

Speaking of Rohit, he was adjudged as Player of the Series for his haul of 202 runs in the three-match contest.

Kohli and Rohit thank Australia

The two stalwarts of the game also thanked the Australian audience for showing their support throughout. It must be stated that Rohit was part of India’s Tri-Series win in 2008 when India defeated the Ricky Ponting-led side. On the other hand, Kohli played his first ODI series in Australia in 2012

“We want to say thank you as well. I mean, we’ve loved coming to this country and playing in front of such big crowds. And yeah, we’ve played some of our best cricket here as well. So thank you very much for welcoming us so well,” said Rohit.

Kohli kept it short and simple as he thanked the audience for showering him and Rohit with all the applause in the world.

“Thank you, Australia. Thank you,” concluded Kohli.