Major Upset: Rohit Sharma’s ODI Career Faces Uncertain Future, 2027 World Cup in Jeopardy?

Cricket fans are taken aback by emerging reports that cast doubt on Rohit Sharma’s participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup. Rohit, who has retired from both Test and T20 cricket, was expected to continue in the ODI format. However, after a Champions Trophy victory in 2025, discussions around his future seem to have stalled. The reports indicate the BCCI is contemplating a shift in the ODI captaincy. Despite Rohit’s prior statements about playing in the 2027 World Cup, uncertainty now clouds his position. The team’s performance, with a loss in the 2023 ODI World Cup final but wins in the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy, adds complexity to the situation. The retirement of Rohit Sharma from Test cricket and Virat Kohli’s retirement have opened opportunities for the next generation of players.