The future of Rohit Sharma, captain of India’s national cricket team, is uncertain and now he is looking to see whether he will reach the ICC World Cup 2027. Although 38-year-old Rohitsharma has already retired from T20IS and Test Cricket, his hunger for ICC World Cup 2027 is strong.
With over 11,000 runs, an unforgettable world record score of 264, with over 11,000 runs, 32nd century, the 580s, Rohit’s record of ODI cricket speaks for itself. He averages nearly 49 on ODI, making Rohit one of the most reliable openers in the 50 over format.
Rohit Sharma’s ICC World Cup 2027 Dream Dream
Rohit’s gentle leadership and ability to provide great opportunities have made him the backbone of India’s limited-time set-ups. However, the road to ICC World Cup 2027 is not easy. Rohit will be 40 by the time the tournament arrives, and India will not have many ODI series lined up in the coming years. And it is reported that India is planning to move on to the next generation.
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There are also reports that India’s upcoming three-match ODI series in Australia will be both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s final series. However, neither of them have yet to comment on a potential retirement from the game on the Australian tour.
Meanwhile, the latest report claimed that despite passing the latest tests at the NCA in Bengaluru, Rohit is not part of India’s ICC World Cup 2027 plan. News24 journalists claimed that the veteran opener is not part of India’s 2027 ICC World Cup team.
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Rohit will not play in the 2027 ODI World Cup. https://t.co/turhseesjy
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Rohit Sharma shocks everyone with an amazing yo-yo test score of 19.4
Recently, Rohit has once again proved why he is considered one of the most determined cricketers of his generation. The Indian ODI captain showed incredible discipline by passing the Yo-Yo Fitness Test at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
Rohit reportedly registered a score of 19.4 on the test. This is a benchmark that highlights his serious commitment to the game. His amazing changes over the last few weeks are even more impressive as the opener drove almost 15-20 kilograms in just a month.
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This dramatic change has made it clear that Rohit has not yet been made and he has a firm look to lead India at the 2027 ODI World Cup. Since ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Rohit and his longtime partner Virat Kohli have also moved away from the 50-over format.
Rahul Chahar welcomes Rohit Sharma’s calm and confident leadership
Recently, Rahul Chahar praised Rohit’s Captaincy, saying it brings confidence and calm to his team. He shared that Rohit always stood by his bowler in particularly harsh moments, giving young players the belief that they would play freely.
Rahul Chahar said Filmygyan said, “The amount of confidence that Rohit Sharma gives to bowlers is very important, and I think that’s what makes a real leader.