Sanjay Manjrekar believes that the Men in Blue have enough time to build a strong team before the 2027 ODI World Cup. He even stressed that the team management should focus on what is best for Indian cricket in the long run rather than discussing only Rohit and Virat Kohli.
Sanjay Manjrekar said in a viral video, “I think I should not care about the controversy. I have not cared for so many years. So, we are in mid-2026, and the ODI World Cup is scheduled at the end of 2027. But we have one problem: when we make a selection, we are thinking about Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Instead of thinking what is best for Indian cricket going forward.”
Sanjay Manjrekar wants young openers to get the big opportunity
He further explained, “Opening in 50-over cricket is the greatest fun. It's like a great rehabilitation program. Anybody who is out of form should open in 50-over cricket or bat at number 3 because you get opportunities to score runs. And I believe those opportunities should be given to someone who is in his prime and can serve the team for the next five to ten years going forward.”
He signed off by saying, “If you keep thinking only about Rohit Sharma, then I don't think that's the right approach. You have got to look at Indian cricket and the future of Indian cricket. And that’s where I don't think Rohit Sharma would be my choice in this squad.”
— Sam (@cricsam02) June 26, 2026
Rohit Sharma's numbers can strengthen his case, but fitness and form hold the key
Well, Rohit Sharma is aiming to play in the 2027 ODI World Cup after retiring from T20Is and Test cricket. However, the former Indian captain's place in the squad will depend on his batting form, fitness, and the selectors' long-term plans.
Over the last two years, the right-handed opener has scored 1,011 runs in 23 ODIs at an average of 43.96 and a strike rate of 105.09. He is also part of India's ODI squad for the upcoming England tour. But by the ICC World Cup in 2027, Rohit will be 40, and that’s where his fitness and agility will play a key role, with Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ishan Kishan emerging as his alternatives.
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