4 Indian players that might be rested for the ODI series against Australia

#1 Rohit Sharma

Rohit is expected to play a lot of matches in the IPL

In a post-match show after the final ODI against New Zealand, India coach Ravi Shastri talked about managing workloads of players like Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan and Mohammed Shami. While Dhawan hasn't been part of India's Test side off late, Rohit Sharma has been playing cricket for Team India in all formats since the start of the tour of Australia.

There are no doubts regarding the vice-captain's importance in the Indian ODI team. He has played some sensational knocks for the team at the top of the order and his form and fitness will have a huge bearing on India's chances in the marquee tournament.

Rohit is the captain of Mumbai Indians and thus there are less chances of him getting any respite in the IPL. The selectors will be wary of this fact and will want to keep the 'Hitman' as he's often called, fresh for the World Cup.

Also, Virat Kohli is likely to make a comeback to the Indian team after a long rest and thus, his deputy should be given some breathing space before the IPL.