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Speculation Swirls: Virat Kohli Retires From T20Is, Will Rohit Sharma Follow Suit After T20 World Cup 2024 Win?

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, stalwarts of Indian cricket for two decades, faced speculation about their future in T20 cricket even before the 2024 T20 World Cup began. Following the tournament’s conclusion, Virat Kohli officially announced his retirement from the format, citing the need for the next generation to take the lead. Now, the spotlight turns to Rohit Sharma.

Rohit Sharma, a member of the victorious 2007 T20 World Cup squad, finds the 2024 tournament marking a significant point in his career’s ‘full circle’.

The question now arises: what’s next for Rohit Sharma?

Both Sharma and Kohli had taken extended breaks from T20Is after the 2022 T20 World Cup. During this period, Hardik Pandya was initially seen as the successor for T20 captaincy, but injuries and poor form gradually sidelined him from the leadership role. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli returned to T20Is earlier this year against Afghanistan, followed by their participation in the IPL. It was during this time that Rohit Sharma was appointed captain for the T20 World Cup by BCCI secretary Jay Shah.

With the culmination of the T20 World Cup, the strategic return of this experienced duo to the shortest format was evident.

Also read: India Clinches Second ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Title With Thrilling Victory Over South Africa

Looking ahead, the next major T20I event is the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Rahul Dravid, the current coach, oversaw his last tournament in 2024, with speculation favoring Gautam Gambhir as his successor.

Gambhir’s potential appointment brings forth questions about Rohit Sharma’s role, given his age of 37. While Gambhir may seek a fresh start, utilizing Sharma’s vast experience remains an enticing prospect. One possibility is to manage Sharma’s workload selectively, resting him for T20Is while retaining the option to recall him when needed. Alternatively, Sharma may choose to retire, proud of his contributions as captain in making India a champion team.

In essence, the future holds intriguing possibilities for Rohit Sharma in T20 cricket, with decisions hinging on strategic planning and the evolving dynamics of Indian cricket’s leadership.

Kavya Bhatt

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