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Rohit Sharma Keeps 2027 ODI World Cup Decision Open
Rohit Sharma was asked if he will play in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
He said the tournament is still a long way away.
He wants to wait before deciding about his participation.
Rohit said the question can be answered when the event gets closer.
He has already retired from Test and T20I cricket.
He now plays only ODI cricket.
The 2027 World Cup will be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
For now, Rohit has not confirmed whether he will be part of India’s team.
Rohit Sharma said October 2027 is still far away when asked about his World Cup participation.
He said whether he features in the tournament will be decided closer to the event.
Rohit made the comments during an audience interaction at the Global Fintech Fest.
The former India captain has retired from Test and T20I cricket in the last two years.
He currently plays only ODI cricket, while the 2027 World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
- Who
- Former India captain Rohit Sharma.
- What
- He declined to confirm whether he will play in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
- Where
- The 2027 World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
- When
- The tournament is scheduled for October 2027; Rohit made the statement at the Global Fintech Fest.
- Why
- Rohit said the event is still far away and that his participation can be considered closer to the tournament.
Key facts
- Player
- Rohit Sharma
- Tournament
- 2027 ODI World Cup
- Scheduled month
- October 2027
- Current format
- ODI cricket
- Retired formats
- Tests and T20Is
- Co-hosts
- South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia
- Statement venue
- Global Fintech Fest
Quotes
Rohit Sharma
Former India captain and current ODI cricketer
“October 2027 is far away, we will see about it then”
indianexpress.com
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