“He scored 138 runs, so why the speculation?” BCCI secretary Saikia on Rohit Sharma's retirement rumours
Saikia said Rohit Sharma remains in India’s ODI plans after a 138-run innings as BCCI reviewed the team’s recent losses and 2027 World Cup roadmap.
- On Thursday, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed speculation regarding Rohit Sharma's ODI future following a high-level performance review meeting in Mumbai, insisting the veteran batter's form remains top-class.
- Questions about the 39-year-old's long-term ODI status emerged amid intense media scrutiny, with persistent reports since the Australia series last year questioning his place despite focus on 2027 World Cup planning.
- With 11,895 ODI runs in 288 matches including 34 centuries and 62 fifties, Sharma's record bolsters his case; his recent 138-run innings against England and 2019 World Cup average of 81 underscore his value.
- Participating in the review were Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill, T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer, head coach Gautam Gambhir, and VVS Laxman, while Chief selector Ajit Agarkar missed due to short notice and connectivity constraints.
- Officials have prepared a roadmap for the 2027 World Cup to settle India's best possible team combination, with Saikia noting the board will implement FTP cycle measures to address concerns about players playing 'too many matches.
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The BCCI's review meeting in Mumbai has cleared the air on speculation about changes in Indian cricket. Secretary Devajit Saikia ruled out the possibility of VVS Laxman being appointed Director of Cricket. Citing Rohit Sharma's impressive performance, he urged against speculating on his future. The meeting discussed preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup, player fitness, and team performance.
"Why is there speculation?” - BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia breaks silence on Rohit Sharma’s future ahead of 2027 World Cup
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has dismissed speculation surrounding veteran opener Rohit Sharma’s international future ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup, stating that the 39-year-old has been playing br
Hes playing superbly; why is there any speculation? BCCI Secretary Saikia dismisses talks surrounding Rohit Sharmas retirement - The Tribune
Following the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) review meeting in Mumbai on Thursday, board Secretary Devajit Saikia backed former captain Rohit Sharma, highlighting his consistent performances and recent 138-run knock against England while dismissing speculation surrounding the veteran batter’s retirement.
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