Team India’s two legendary batsmen, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, have retired from Test and T20 Internationals. They currently play in only one format: the ODI format. Both Rohit and Virat are integral members of India’s ODI team and are currently performing well in this format. Despite all this, the biggest question on fans’ minds is whether Rohit and Virat will be able to play in the 2027 World Cup.
Virat and Rohit may have special plan for the 2027 World Cup
Team India’s batting coach has made a significant statement regarding the futures of Rohit and Virat Kohli ahead of the second ODI against New Zealand in Rajkot. He has hinted that both players are part of India’s plans for the upcoming ODI World Cup.
He stated that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are very active in formulating India’s long-term ODI plans, including preparations for next year’s World Cup. Although Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are not currently captains, they appear to be part of the leadership group.
Coach Kotak stated that both superstar batsmen are closely involved with the team management, including the head coach of Team India. He stated in the press conference before the second ODI that they formulate strategies. Now that they are playing the same format, he wants India to win all the matches. Both have so much experience that they share and discuss ideas with the other players. They frequently discuss the ODI format with the head coach. They also discuss the ODI World Cup in South Africa.
Kotak further said, “Most of the time I’m there, and when I hear something, they share their experiences. I always see them talking. You see a lot of things like that on social media, so I avoid looking at them. From what I see, everything is fine.”
In fact, for the past few months, many rumors have been surfacing about Rohit and Virat, including reports of a strained relationship b
