India A and Australia A are playing a two-match unofficial Test series currently, and they will start a three-match ODI series from September 30. The major news is that Virat Kohli, who was supposed to play the ODIs against Australia A, was left out due to communication gap. According to reports from Revsportz sources, India’s Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar recently contacted Kohli regarding his plans for the 50-over format. The sources indicated there was some pessimism due to a lack of communication from Kohli’s end. It is well to observe, however, that Virat Kohli recently took a fitness test organized by the BCCI in London, where he currently resides. His recent training indicates that his involvement in the tour of Australia in October is still on the cards. It is well to observe that, nothing has as yet been officially confirmed. In context, Virat Kohli has been absent from competitive cricket since June following RCB's IPL victory. He had retired from T20I in 2024 and retired from Test cricket back in May 2025, with the 50-over competition now the sole international format in which he remains active. Read also: IND A vs AUS A 2025: Suthar bags five, Siraj hits stride on day one at Ekana Notably, Virat Kohli commands the ODI format with his 14,181 runs from 302 matches. This is the only format where Kohli has garnered most runs and also bags the best career average of 57.88 and at a strike rate of 93.34. Despite the ongoing speculation, Virat Kohli’s future in India’s ODI setup remains a topic of intrigue for fans and experts alike. The gap in communications with selectors might have been the reason for his not being part of the India A vs Australia A series, but his recent fitness test in London and ongoing preparations indicate a promising return in the upcoming tour of Australia. With over 14,000 runs in ODIs and a record unmatched in the form, Kohli remains India's most dependable one-day batter. His comeback, whenever that shall be, will certainly bolster India's middle order and revive hopes of more milestones in his storied career.