ODI World Cup 2027 / Is it certain whether Kohli and Rohit will play in the ODI World Cup?

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will now be seen only in ODIs, as they have retired from Test and T20 formats. According to reports, they will play in Asia Cup 2025 and some series, but their playing in the 2027 ODI World Cup is doubtful. The selectors may take a decision soon.

ODI World Cup 2027: Two veteran players of the Indian cricket team, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, have recently retired from Test and T20 formats. Both of them had said goodbye to T20 cricket after the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and will now be seen playing only in the ODI format. However, many questions are being raised about the future of both of them, especially considering that they have not played any cricket since the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Apart from this, there is also uncertainty about their participation in the ODI World Cup 2027.

Big news about Rohit and Virat

Recently an important report has come out, which gives important information about the future of these two players. A PTI source has been quoted as saying that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be seen playing in the upcoming ODI series against Australia and South Africa. The source said, "Virat is currently 36 years old, while Rohit is 38 years old. Rohit will be 40 years old by the ODI World Cup 2027. Therefore, our plan for this big tournament is clear. We last won the ODI World Cup in 2011, and now we want to give opportunities to young players as well." The source further said, "The contribution of both these players in white ball cricket has been incomparable. Both have achieved a lot in their careers, and now it would not be fair to put any kind of pressure on them.

But it is also important that their mental and physical fitness is assessed in the next ODI cycle." Will be seen in action in Asia Cup 2025 Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be seen as part of the Indian team in Asia Cup 2025. The tournament is starting from September 9, in which India will play its first match against UAE on September 10. After this, India's much-awaited match will be against Pakistan on September 14. Fans will expect a great performance from both these veterans in this tournament. Kohli and Sharma would also like to play an important role in getting the title to Team India on the basis of their experienced batting and leadership.

Eye on young players too

The focus of the Board of Control for Cricket in India and the team management is now also towards the future. Keeping in mind the ODI World Cup 2027, plans are being made to give opportunities to young players. Although the presence of experienced players like Virat and Rohit gives balance to the team, but considering their age and fitness, the selectors are being cautious.