Following his retirement from Test cricket and T20Is, veteran Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma’s future in ODI cricket is now under scrutiny. Reports suggest that his participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup is uncertain, despite earlier indications that he wished to continue playing. Sources indicate the BCCI is contemplating a change in ODI captaincy, further fueling speculation. Sharma led India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy, but his future in the 50-over format is now in doubt. His retirement from Tests paved the way for Shubman Gill to take over as Test captain, and Virat Kohli also retired from Test cricket around the same time. The Hindustan Times reported on the BCCI’s considerations regarding the captaincy and Rohit’s ODI future, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his role leading up to the 2027 tournament. Despite having expressed his desire to play until the 2027 ODI World Cup, the latest reports cast doubt on his ability to do so.
