New Delhi: Since Rohit Sharma was replaced by Shubman Gill as the captain of the Indian ODI team, starting with the series against Australia from October 19, the buzz around the veteran’s future and his longtime colleague Virat Kohli has refused to die down.
Questions have been repeatedly asked about whether the legendary duo are still in the 2027 ODI World Cup scheme of things.
India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir, who celebrated his 44th birthday on Tuesday, was asked the same following India’s 2-0 win over the West Indies and the Delhiite chose to play it safe.
“The 50-over World Cup is still two and a half years away. It's very important to stay in the present. Obviously, they are quality players. They are coming back. Their experience is going to be valuable in Australia. Hopefully, t