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Ashwin questions timing of Kohli and Rohit ODI future debate
Times of India··18 Jul
Ravichandran Ashwin said on July 18 that India still needs Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's experience for the September South Africa tour but questioned why selectors would raise 2027 World Cup transition talks only in August 2026 with 10 to 12 months remaining. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed reports that Rohit's Lord's ODI on July 20 would be his last.
Prism
What It Means For You
- India's ODI squad selection for the 2027 World Cup remains unresolved.
- BCCI confirmed Rohit Sharma will continue in ODIs despite retirement rumours.
- Ashwin's comments highlight communication gaps in senior player transitions.
What's Happening
- Ashwin questioned the timing of Kohli and Rohit ODI future debate on July 18.
- BCCI secretary Saikia dismissed Rohit retirement speculation for Lord's ODI.
- Ashwin said India needs their experience for the South Africa tour in September.
Adaptive Context
- The 2027 ODI World Cup is 10 to 12 months away from August 2026.
- Ashwin retired after management communicated they wanted to look past him.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal is competing for ODI spots behind the veteran duo.
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