"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Will Not Play 2027 ODI World Cup": Sunil Gavaskar's Blunt Verdict

"Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma Will Not Play 2027 ODI World Cup": Sunil Gavaskar's Blunt Verdict

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are still active in ODI cricket, but Sunil Gavaskar doesn't think they will play the 2027 World Cup.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will not play 2027 ODI World Cup: Sunil Gavaskar

Sunil Gavaskar has expressed doubts over Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's chances in India's 2027 ODI World Cup squad. Age and form concerns could influence the selection committee's decision.

Rohit, Kohli may not play 2027 World Cup: Gavaskar - News Today

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar says he does not foresee Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli playing the 2027 ODI World Cup as is being widely anticipated after the duo announced its Test retirement. Gavaskar, who regards them as colossal figures in Indian cricket, does not believe that their recent Test retirement and last year’s T20 retirement will have a bearing in enhancing their chances of playing the 2027 showpiece. “No, I don’t think they wi…

Gavaskar Makes Big Statement About Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli, Doubts They Will Play 2027 ODI WC

Over the past decade, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have carried Indian cricket to unparalleled heights with their match-winning performances, leadership and consistency. While Virat Kohli brought unmatched intensity and hunger to succeed across formats, Rohit Sharma’s elegant dominance and calm demeanor transformed him into one of the most dependable openers in world cricket. Together, they have been the heartbeat of India’s batting line-up and …

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar believes that after retirement from Test cricket, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will hardly be able to play in the 2027 ODI World Cup. He said that if the selection committee feels that they will contribute as much to the team at that time as they are doing now, then both these players can retain their place.

Gavaskar does not see Rohit, Virat playing in 2027 ODI World Cup

Mumbai: Senior Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have retired from Test cricket to prolong their ODI career, but former India captain Sunil Gavaskar does see them going on for a long time and playing in the 2027 World Cup. Rohit and Virat, who quit the shortest format after India won the 2024 T20 World Cup in the Caribbean, will now be active only in ODIs on the international stage. Rohit is one of the greatest batters in the 50-over g…