Rohit Sharma to retire from ODIs after 3rd match against England at Lord's: Report

India cricket team">India cricket team">India cricket team">India cricket team">India’s former captain Rohit Sharma could be playing his final ODI when India face England in the third and final match of the series at Lord’s on July 19, according to media reports. However, there has been no official confirmation from Rohit Sharma or the BCCI. The reports claim that the Indian selectors are planning for the future and may move ahead with younger players after the England tour.

What do the reports say about Rohit Sharma’s future?

 According to a report on Thursday (July 16), the BCCI’s senior selection committee has informed Rohit Sharma that he is not part of their long-term ODI plans after the England series.

The report also claimed that the selectors, along with head coach Gautam Gambhir, spoke to Rohit last week about the team’s future direction. However, neither the BCCI nor Rohit Sharma has officially confirmed these claims.

Why are the selectors reportedly looking at younger players?

As per the report, the selectors want to prepare a young team for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, who has impressed in recent years, are reportedly being considered for a bigger role in the ODI side.

The report further states that the selection committee wants to give more opportunities to younger players as part of India’s long-term planning.

Has Rohit Sharma already retired from other formats?

Yes. Rohit has already stepped away from two formats of international cricket.

If the reports are true, ODI cricket could become the final format from which Rohit retires.

How has Rohit Sharma performed in the England ODI series?

Rohit has not enjoyed the best series with the bat so far. In the first two ODIs against England, he scored 11 and 26 runs. Reports noted that he looked short of his usual rhythm during the second ODI in Cardiff.

However, one difficult series does not define his overall contribution to Indian cricket.

What has Rohit Sharma achieved as India’s ODI captain?

Rohit has enjoyed a successful run as India’s ODI captain. He led India to the 2023 ODI World Cup final, where the team played an aggressive brand of cricket throughout the tournament.

He also captained India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup, ending the country’s long wait for an ICC title in the shortest format.

Has the BCCI confirmed Rohit’s ODI future?

No. As of now, there is no official statement from the BCCI or Rohit Sharma regarding his ODI retirement.

The reports suggest that the selectors have shared their future plans with the senior batter, but the final decision on his international future is yet to be announced officially. Fans will now wait to see whether Lord’s becomes another memorable chapter in Rohit Sharma’s career or simply another ODI in his long journey with Team India.