With questions being raised about the former Indian captain’s future in ODI cricket, Jayasuriya has strongly backed the duo to play in the ICC ODI World Cup 2027. He feels that a combination of experienced stars and young players can give India a balanced team for the tournament. Amid this, Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill share a funny moment ahead of 1st ODI vs West Indies.
Jayasuriya also pointed out that India already have a blend of youth and experience. The former Sri Lanka head coach feels keeping Rohit and Virat in the squad would be beneficial for India's future World Cup campaigns.
Both Rohit and Virat have retired from Test cricket in May 2025 and T20I cricket after India's T20 World Cup 2024 victory. They are now focused only on ODIs, but the limited number of matches in the format has raised questions about their availability for the ICC ODI World Cup 2027.
Rohit Sharma’s incredible ODI World Cup stats
He smashed five centuries and one half-century during the tournament. Overall, Rohit has scored 1,575 runs in 28 World Cup matches at an average of 60.57. His seven centuries are the most by any batter in the history of the men's ODI World Cup, while he has also scored six half-centuries.
Virat Kohli’s numbers make him a huge asset for India
Virat Kohli’s records in ODIs and the World Cup too have been phenomenal. The former Indian captain is the second-highest run-scorer in men's ODI World Cup history, with 1,795 runs in 37 matches and innings at an average of 59.83. He has scored five centuries and 12 half-centuries in the tournament.
His performances in successful run-chases have been equally remarkable. Virat has scored 6,235 runs in 111 matches and 105 innings while chasing in successful ODIs, at an incredible average of 89.07. He has smashed 24 centuries and 29 half-centuries in these matches.
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