Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Plan 2027 World Cup Finale
· Sports · Times of India, Indian Express, NDTV Sports
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have confirmed their intention to continue playing ODIs until the 2027 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Both players have moved on from Test and T20I cricket to focus exclusively on the 50-over format. Kohli stated that the 2027 tournament will mark the final chapter of his international career, and he remains committed to securing the title. The pair is currently preparing for an upcoming ODI series against the West Indies at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. India is scheduled to play at least 25 ODIs leading up to the 2027 event.
Why it matters
The decision provides clarity on the future of two of India's most iconic cricketers, shifting the team's focus toward building a squad for the 2027 World Cup.
Read the original report — Times of India
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