New Delhi: Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma is reportedly on the verge of stepping down from ODI captaincy. Recent reports indicate that he has been under pressure to announce his retirement from the format. However, according to media reports, Rohit is likely to lead the Indian team for the last time in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. While he may not retire from international cricket entirely, he is expected to bid farewell to the 50-over format.
Pressure on Rohit Sharma Before Champions Trophy 2025
Ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025, speculation about Rohit Sharma’s retirement has intensified. Reports suggest that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had even issued an ultimatum to him. If Team India failed to deliver a strong performance in the tournament under his leadership, he could be forced to step down as captain. This increasing pressure has fueled discussions about his future in the ODI format.
Virat Kohli to Continue Until 2027 World Cup
While Rohit Sharma may play his final ODI against New Zealand, star batter Virat Kohli is expected to continue his career at least until the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027. Kohli has been in outstanding form in the Champions Trophy 2025, emerging as India’s highest run-scorer. In just four innings, he has amassed 217 runs, including a century and a half-century, proving his dominance in the format.
Rohit Sharma’s Captaincy Record in ODIs
Rohit Sharma took over as India’s full-time ODI captain in December 2021. Under his leadership, India has played 55 ODIs, winning 41 of them. His remarkable win percentage of 76.85% is the highest among Indian captains who have led in at least 10 ODIs. The second-best win percentage belongs to Shikhar Dhawan, who won 70% of his 12 matches as captain.
With Rohit Sharma’s potential retirement from ODIs and Virat Kohli’s commitment until the 2027 World Cup, Indian cricket could see a significant transition in leadership. Fans are now eagerly waiting to see if Rohit’s final ODI as captain will be a triumphant one.