'Do we need Kohli & Rohit?': Ashwin's blunt take on 2027 World Cup plans
Former cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has criticized the lack of clear communication from selectors regarding the ODI futures of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. While the BCCI has denied rumors of their retirement, Ashwin argues that long-term planning for the 2027 World Cup should have been handled more transparently.
Why it matters
It highlights the tension between managing veteran player legacies and the necessity of team transition in professional sports.
Amid speculation over Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's ODI futures, former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has questioned the timing of the debate, insisting that if the selectors wanted to move on from the veteran duo ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup, they should have communicated that decision much earlier.In recent weeks, social media has been abuzz with speculation that either Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli could be dropped from India's ODI plans before the 2027 World Cup. Media reports even claimed that the third ODI at Lord's could be Rohit's final appearance in the format.BCCI dismisses Rohit retirement speculationHowever, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed those rumours while speaking to PTI on Friday, confirming that Rohit will continue to represent India in ODIs and rubbishing the speculation surrounding his retirement."There are lot of speculations going on in media about Rohit Sharma's future.
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