New Delhi: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, once considered the backbone of the Indian cricket team, have retired from international Test and T20 formats. Now, everyone is wondering if Rohit and Kohli might suddenly announce their retirement from ODIs as well. The future of both great batsmen remains a major question.
Meanwhile, former Indian cricket team coach Ravi Shastri has made a significant comment regarding the ODI futures of legendary batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. According to Shastri, if both players remain fit and maintain their passion for the game, they could play in the 2027 World Cup. Shastri also emphasised that this decision will rest entirely with the players. Read the details below.
Ravi Shastri made a significant statement.
In an interview with Fox Sports, former Team India coach Ravi Shastri described Virat Kohli as a master chaser and Rohit Sharma as an explosive top-order player. He stated that both have a lot of cricket left in them. He explained that a player’s long journey in international cricket depends on many factors. According to Shastri, “It depends on how hungry you are.
How fit you are, and whether that passion for the game is still there.” He also described their experience as crucial for the team. When asked about the 2027 ODI World Cup, Shastri immediately advised focusing on the present instead of worrying about the future. He said, “I would say take one series at a time.
Both players are important for the team.
The 2027 ODI World Cup is scheduled to be played in South Africa, and there is a unique level of excitement among the players. The Team India selectors also want Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to remain fit as long as possible, so that they can take the field with a strong claim to the title. Both players have also been instructed to maintain their fitness. Shubman Gill has now been appointed the captain of the ODI team.