India's spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule has backed veteran opener Rohit Sharma, emphasizing his experience and leadership despite recent form dips and age concerns. Bahutule also praised KL Rahul's adaptability and consistent performance across formats.
India's top-order batsmen, including Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma, underwent rigorous net sessions at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, preparing for their upcoming match against Afghanistan. Concerns over Rohit's fitness were addressed by spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule, who emphasized his invaluable experience and leadership.
India's top-order batters, including Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma, trained intensely in Lucknow ahead of the second ODI against Afghanistan. Coach Sairaj Bahutule backed Rohit's experience, while Gill showed impressive form. Spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Harsh Dubey also practiced.
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth supports Ravindra Jadeja for the 2027 ODI World Cup, despite recent struggles. He also backs Rohit Sharma to continue as captain based on form, not age, as India shapes its squad.
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth supports Ravindra Jadeja for the 2027 ODI World Cup despite recent struggles. He also backs Rohit Sharma to continue as captain based on form, not age, as India shapes its squad.
Former England spinner Graeme Swann discusses the speculation surrounding Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's future in elite cricket, noting it's natural for successors to be sought as players age. He highlights 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as a special talent emerging in Indian cricket.
Members of the Indian men's cricket team, including Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan, have sent messages of support to the women's team ahead of their T20 World Cup opener against Pakistan. They urged the 'Women in Blue' to play fearlessly and bring home the trophy.
Members of the Indian men's cricket team, including Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan, have sent messages of support to the women's team ahead of their ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 opener against Pakistan. They urged the players to be fearless and bring home the trophy.
Members of the Indian men's cricket team, including Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan, have sent messages of support to the Indian women's team ahead of their T20 World Cup opener against Pakistan. They urged the 'Women in Blue' to play fearlessly and bring home the trophy.
Shubman Gill revealed Rohit Sharma was unfazed by his run-out during the first ODI against Afghanistan, stating the veteran opener accepted it after seeing the replay. Gill's unbeaten 84 guided India to a seven-wicket win.
Rohit Sharma achieved a career milestone, becoming the second Indian opener after Virender Sehwag to score 16,000 international runs across all formats. The achievement came during the first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamsala.
Rohit Sharma achieved a significant milestone, becoming the second Indian opener after Virender Sehwag to score 16,000 international runs across formats. The achievement came during the first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamsala. He also surpassed Jacques Kallis' ODI tally.
Rohit Sharma set a new record on Saturday, becoming the oldest Indian male cricketer to play an ODI at 39 years and 75 days. He surpassed Mohinder Amarnath's record. The match against Afghanistan was rain-shortened to 25 overs per side.
Former India opener Virender Sehwag believes Yashasvi Jaiswal is poised to become a regular in India's ODI team after Rohit Sharma's eventual departure from the format. Sehwag, along with Manoj Tiwary, sees Jaiswal as a top contender for future opening roles, despite current competition.
Rohit Sharma was run out for 46 as India reached 50 runs for the loss of one wicket against Afghanistan. Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill were involved in the dismissal, with Gill calling 'NO' for a single that Sharma attempted.
Rohit Sharma was run out for 8 runs as India began their chase against Afghanistan. Shubman Gill and Sharma opened the batting, with Afghanistan's Azmatullah Omarzai bowling the first over. Despite some early boundaries, Sharma's dismissal put India under pressure.
Rohit Sharma, 39, is facing an audition for his ODI future in the upcoming series against Afghanistan. Despite a strong record, he needs to prove his fitness and form to convince the management he can endure elite cricket demands. Captain Shubman Gill faces a decision on whether to continue with Sharma or pair with Yashasvi Jaiswal.
Anil Kumble believes Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's experience will be crucial for India's 2027 ODI World Cup title bid, supporting captain Shubman Gill in high-pressure situations.
India's ODI team faces dressing room challenges as Shubman Gill's captaincy struggles and senior player roles remain uncertain ahead of the 2027 World Cup. Head coach Gautam Gambhir needs to assert authority in the ODI format.
Astrologer Greenstone Lobo predicts Virat Kohli's ODI future and India's 2027 World Cup chances, citing astrological alignments over cricketing logic, suggesting Kohli's and Rohit Sharma's presence may hinder India's World Cup win.
Rohit Sharma to undergo fitness assessment, Virat Kohli likely out for 6 weeks due to hamstring injury
Former selector Saba Karim believes Virat Kohli's consistency and fitness secure his 2027 ODI World Cup spot, while Rohit Sharma must improve performance and fitness to make the cut.
Indian wicketkeeper-batter KS Bharat has announced his retirement from international cricket after playing seven Test matches. The 32-year-old shared an emotional message on social media, thanking his family, teammates, and coaches.
India's ODI squad for the Afghanistan series faces potential changes due to fitness issues with Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. If they are unavailable, players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Tilak Varma, and Devdutt Padikkal, with strong List A records, are contenders.
