Gautam Gambhir expressed uncertainty over Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s ODI careers, highlighting their future ahead of the Australia tour and 2027 World Cup.
India head coach Gautam Gambhir has highlighted the importance of focusing on the present as the team prepares for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia starting October 19. With the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa still two years away, he noted that this series offers a crucial opportunity for senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to demonstrate form and consistency.
Both players have retired from Test and T20I cricket, leaving ODIs as their sole international format.
“The 50-over World Cup is still two and a half years away. I think it is very important to stay in the present. That is very important. Obviously, they are quality players and their experience will be valuable in Australia,” Gambhir said while speaking at the post-match press conference.
“Hopefully, both will have a successful tour in Australia,” he added.
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Notably, Rohit was replaced as ODI captain by Shubman Gill. Both last played in India’s Champions Trophy win in February, with Rohit excelling in the final and Kohli among the top five scorers. India begins a three-ODI and five-T20I series in Perth next Sunday, 19th October.
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