New Delhi. Captain Rohit Sharma and batsman Virat Kohli, the two superstars of the Indian cricket team bid farewell to the format after winning the ICC T20 World Cup. Now these two veteran players will never be seen playing T20 for the Indian team. The magic of both will be seen in ODI and Test cricket but when will this question be in everyone’s mind. It is hard to see our star players approaching retirement but the truth is that these two will soon bid adieu to cricket altogether.
Mission accomplished for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli who entered the ICC T20 World Cup with the intention of making the Indian cricket team champions. Both led the team to the championship in 2024 and then handed over the team to youngsters and bid adieu to T20 Internationals. After winning the thrilling final against South Africa, first Virat Kohli and then Rohit Sharma said that this was their last T20 match for India.
Will also retire from Tests and ODIs
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have scored many runs in all three formats of cricket. Both retired from T20 Internationals. Now the remaining ODI and Test cricket is to come. Yes, last year the Indian team lost to Australia in the final of the ODI World Cup. The next World Cup of this format is to be played in 2027. It is difficult for Rohit and Virat to continue playing for the next three years.
It is expected that in next year’s ICC Champions Trophy (ODI format), both the legends will look to make the Indian team the champion by showing T20 World Cup-like performances. He is expected to retire from ODI cricket after this. The final of the ICC Test Championship is scheduled to be played in June next year. Having played the last two finals, Team India is hoping to reach this time as well. Having missed out twice, the Indian team will want to win this title this time. After India’s win, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli may also announce their retirement from Tests.
Tags: Champions Trophy, ICC T20 World Cup, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, World Test Championship, WTC Finals
First published: July 3, 2024, 06:01 IST