Rohit Sharma‘s ODI future has suddenly become one of the biggest talking points in Indian cricket.
According to a reports the BCCI selectors have informed the veteran opener that he is not part of their plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
The third ODI against England atS Lord’s on July 19 could be his final match in the format.
Selectors want to move forward with younger players, with Yashasvi Jaiswal among those expected to get more opportunities.
Rohit is believed to have wanted to continue after working on his fitness, but the final decision has now been left to him.
Interestingly, these reports have come at a time when Rohit has struggled in the ongoing ODI series.
It almost feels as if he is playing with something on his mind. Is the uncertainty over his ODI future affecting his approach?
Is the pressure of keeping his World Cup hopes alive making him play differently? Those questions will now be part of every discussion.
For now, nothing has been officially announced. But if the reports are true, Lord’s could witness the end of an unforgettable ODI journey.
Whether the selectors are making the right call or moving on too early is a debate that will only grow louder.
