Former Aussie skipper Tim Paine hopes Indian skipper Virat Kohli and star batter Rohit Sharma play in Prime Minister's XI tour to 'give back to the game'

Paine to coach PM's XI

Aims to give budding Aussie stars an opportunity

Former Australia skipper Tim Paine was all praise for the Indian cricket team and expressed his hope that skipper Virat Kohli and star batter Rohit Sharma would be part of the PM's XI tour, saying that it would only help strengthen the bond between the two nations.

Paine, who will coach the PM's XI, also expressed that he would aim to give budding Australian stars an opportunity to showcase their talent during the games against India.

The PM's XI tour will comprise of three one-day matches against India A and a two-day tour game against the full Indian team, all set to be played in December later this year.

Paine, who led Australia for three years, stated that he wants to help the young talents gain confidence and develop strategies to elevate their game to the next level.

The tour is a significant step in fostering a strong relationship between India and Australia both on and off the field. Sharing valuable knowledge and experiences can create a mutually beneficial environment for both teams.

Paine further added that it would be fantastic to see Kohli and Sharma, two of the world's best players, participate in the matches. Their presence would not only add star power to the event, but also serve as an inspiration to the aspiring cricketers.

According to Paine, the tour is an excellent platform for the young Aussie players to showcase their talent and learn from some of the best in the world. He believes that the experience would be invaluable for their growth and development as cricketers.

The Indian team is scheduled to arrive in Australia in late November for a four-Test series, which will be a part of the ICC World Test Championship. The PM's XI tour will be an important warm-up for the Indian team ahead of the Test series.