With Rohit and Virat Kohli now playing only ODI cricket after retiring from Tests and T20Is, all their focus is on making sure to play in the ICC World Cup 2027. Their experience, leadership, and ability to stay calm under pressure could become one of India's biggest advantages in the tournament. However, Anil Kumble backed Shubman Gill as captain.
Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have played multiple ODI World Cups for the India National Cricket Team. Rohit dominated the 2019 edition by finishing as the highest run-scorer with 648 runs in just nine matches, including a record five centuries. Kohli created history in the 2023 World Cup, where he scored 765 runs, the highest ever by any batter in a single edition of the tournament.
Why Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli remains irreplaceable
Suresh Raina said on JioStar: “Physical and mental preparation will be key for Virat Kohli. He looks very strong in white-ball cricket. The same goes for Rohit Sharma. Both are proven run-scorers in ICC World Cups."
Their experience will be invaluable for India and Shubman Gill: Suresh Raina
Having Rohit and Kohli around can help Gill with decision-making, match awareness, and handling tough moments both on and off the field, felt the former left-hander, who won the 2012 World Cup.
Notably, India is all set to take on Afghanistan in the three-match ODI series from June 13 in Dharamsala, followed by two games in Lucknow on June 17 and Chennai on June 20. While Rohit is expected to play in the home series, Kohli is ruled out with a hamstring injury.
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