Australia captain Pat Cummins has called the upcoming ODI series against India, which begins on Sunday in Perth, significant, remarking that it may be the "last chance" for fans down under to see superstars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in action in this country.

Both Rohit and Virat have retired from Test and T20 cricket but are continuing in the ODI format.

Cummins, 32, will watch from the stands after being sidelined with a back injury. Rohit and Kohli have been chosen for India's squad for the three-match One Day International series against Australia.

India will play a three-match ODI series against Australia starting on October 19 at Perth's Optus Stadium. The other two matches will be in Adelaide on October 23 and Sydney on October 25.

This series will be a significant challenge for India, as it faces a powerful Australian team at home. It also allows Rohit and Virat to contribute as senior players while the team prepares for the future.​  

"Virat and Rohit have been part of almost every Indian side for the last 15 years, so this might be the last chance for the Australian public to see them playing out here. They've obviously been champions of the game for India and are always very well supported. Whenever we play them, the crowd gets loud,” Cummins told JioHotstar.

The veterans of Indian cricket would be evaluated based on form and fitness, according to BCCI officials. The selectors have both players in a vulnerable predicament, as Rohit and Virat are not guaranteed places in the World Cup 2027.

Cummins also stated that he was disappointed at missing the series, which also features five T20Is that begin from October 29.

"It's a shame to miss the white-ball series against India. I think the crowds are going to be huge. There's already a lot of excitement built up here in Australia. So, whenever you miss a game, it's disappointing. But missing a big series like this is always a bit harder to take," he added.