No Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in 2027 World Cup?
UPDATED: Aug 14, 2025 18:29 IST
The two icons of Indian cricket are back in the news. After India fought hard to draw the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, there's calm after the storm with no international assignments scheduled for the men's team until the Asia Cup in September. However, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have once again been dragged into the headlines. Reports are circulating that the two players might retire after the ODIs in Australia this October. But why? Kohli and Rohit are still among India's best one-day batters, and both have expressed their desire to play in the 2027 World Cup.
Why are we forcing a transition when there's no need for it?
Meanwhile, Shubman Gill is reportedly set to be named vice-captain for the Asia Cup T20Is. While Gill is undoubtedly India's next big cricket superstar, does he deserve a spot in the T20Is? Will India disturb the well-established opening pair of Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill?
In the latest episode of the Sledging Room Podcast, Akshay Ramesh, Alan John, and Saurabh Kumar discuss the chatter around some big selection calls that are expected soon.
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