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Gavaskar, Sunil

Gavaskar Predicts Kohli and Rohit's ODI Future After Test Retirement

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Sunil Gavaskar, the former Indian cricket great, has shared his thoughts on the future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the One-Day International (ODI) format after their retirement from Test cricket. The duo, who have been stalwarts of Indian cricket, have decided to pave the way for the young generation to take over the charge in the next World Test Championship cycle. However, they will continue playing the 50-over format and have expressed their desire to win the 2027 ODI World Cup for India. Gavaskar believes that their age at the time of the tournament will be a key factor in the selection committee's decision.

Key Takeaways:

  • Gavaskar predicts that Kohli and Rohit will not be playing in the 2027 ODI World Cup, citing their age at the time of the tournament as a key factor.
  • The duo has decided to retire from Test cricket to pave the way for the young generation to take over the charge in the next World Test Championship cycle.
  • Kohli has scored 9230 runs in 123 Test matches, including 30 hundreds, at an average of 46.85.
  • Rohit Sharma has scored 4,301 runs in 67 Test matches, with an average of 40.57, and 12 centuries for the national team.
  • Gavaskar believes that the selection committee will consider whether Kohli and Rohit can continue to make contributions in the ODI format until the 2027 World Cup.
  • The Champions Trophy triumph was a significant moment in Kohli and Rohit's careers, where they played crucial roles in India's victory.

Statistics:

  • Kohli scored 9230 runs in 123 Test matches, with an average of 46.85 and 30 centuries.
  • Rohit Sharma scored 4,301 runs in 67 Test matches, with an average of 40.57 and 12 centuries.
  • The selection committee will consider whether Kohli and Rohit can continue to make contributions in the ODI format until the 2027 World Cup.
  • The 2027 ODI World Cup is a target for Kohli and Rohit to win for India.

Sources:

  • Hindustan Times: [Source]
  • Sports Today: [Source]
  • Gavaskar's interview in the article: [Source]

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