The Indian team for Asia Cup 2025 has many bold decisions. Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal were not selected. The big surprise is Shubman Gill. He was out of the team and did not have a good T20 record, but now he is back as vice-captain.
This shows a clear hint about Rohit Sharma. Reports say he will not play in the 2027 ODI World Cup. The three-match series against Australia in October will be his last ODI series.
Rohit as T20 Vice-Captain A Long-Term Plan
BCCI’s decision to make Rohit Sharma the T20 vice-captain is seen as a long-term plan. By 2027, Rohit will be 40 years old. At that age, it will be hard for him to keep his fitness and form. Also, there are fewer ODI matches before the next World Cup. Head coach Gautam Gambhir wants young players to get more chances before the big event.
Sunil Gavaskar also spoke on this. He said the selectors may have thought about the 2027 World Cup. They may have asked if some players, like Rohit and Virat, will still fit in the team and perform like now. Gavaskar added, “If selectors feel they can still contribute, both will be there. But I don’t think Virat and Rohit will play the 2027 World Cup. I say this honestly.”
Rohit’s Last ODI Series in October?
Australia will tour India for a three-match ODI series this October. Reports say this will be Rohit’s last ODI series. The matches will be played on 19, 23 and 25 October. After this series, there is a long gap before India’s next ODIs. This, along with fitness, form, and giving more chances to young players, is going against Rohit.