Rohit Sharma Clears Air On Playing 2027 World Cup After CT 2025 Triumph. Says: "It Wouldn't Be..."
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India captain Rohit Sharma will be 38 in two months' time and with India's next major ODI tournament being the 2027 ODI World Cup, it remains to be seen how long he plays at the top level
Rohit Sharma gave a big statement after India's Champions Trophy 2025 triumph clearing the air on his future in ODIs. "I am not going to retire from this format. Just to make sure no rumours are spread moving forward. Koi future plan hai nahi, jo chal raha hai chalega (there is no future plan, whatever is going on will continue as it is)," Rohit Sharma said. "There is a lot of hunger even in guys who have played a lot of cricket and it rubs down on even the younger players. We have five to six players who are real stalwarts. It makes the job easier for all of us." That statement assured all that he is not going anywhere soon.
However, India captain Rohit Sharma will be 38 in two months' time and with India's next major ODI tournament being the 2027 ODI World Cup, it remains to be seen how long he plays at the top level in the ODI format. A day after the Champions Trophy 2025 triumph, he revealed that he is not yet thinking about the 2027 World Cup.
"Right now, I am taking things as they come. It wouldn't be fair for me to think too far ahead. At this moment, my focus is on playing well and maintaining the right mindset. I don't want to draw any lines and say whether I will or won't play in the 2027 World Cup," he said on Jio Hotstar.
"There's no point in making such statements right now. Realistically, I have always taken my career one step at a time. I don't like thinking too far into the future, and I haven't done so in the past either. For now, I am enjoying my cricket and the time I spend with this team. I hope my teammates enjoy my presence as well. That's all that matters at this point."
After leading India to an unbeaten ICC Men's Champions Trophy victory, captain Rohit Sharma opened up about the team's journey, overcoming challenges, and his personal outlook on the future. Rohit shared insights into India's approach, their ability to handle adversity, and the evolution of their mindset since past tournament heartbreaks. India's Champions Trophy campaign was nothing short of remarkable. In the final, they defeated New Zealand by four wickets at the Dubai International Stadium.
