Archive · 11 Sep 2026
Rohit Sharma Keeps 2027 ODI World Cup Plans Unclear
Rohit Sharma was asked whether he will play in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
He said October 2027 is still a long time away.
He did not say yes or no.
Some reports suggested that a match at Lord’s could be his last game for India.
A BCCI official said Rohit is still important to India’s ODI plans.
Rohit then scored a century in that match.
India still lost the game.
Rohit says he is concentrating on batting and helping his team.
The World Cup is scheduled for October 2027 in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Rohit Sharma said October 2027 is still far away when asked about his World Cup participation.
The former India captain said the decision about playing will be considered closer to the tournament.
Reports had suggested India’s third ODI against England at Lord’s could be his final international appearance.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia dismissed the speculation and said Rohit remains part of India’s 50-over plans.
Rohit, who now plays only ODI cricket, scored a century at Lord’s despite India’s defeat.
- Who
- Former India captain Rohit Sharma; BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia also addressed speculation about Rohit’s ODI future.
- What
- Rohit declined to confirm whether he will play in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
- When
- Rohit made the comment on Thursday; the tournament is scheduled for October 2027.
- Where
- Rohit spoke at the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai; the World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
- Why
- Rohit said October 2027 is far away and that the question can be addressed closer to the tournament.
Rohit’s Unresolved Position
BCCI’s Continued Support
Participation in 2027
Rohit’s Unresolved Position
Rohit said the tournament is still far away and that his participation will be considered when it gets closer.
BCCI’s Continued Support
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said Rohit remains an important part of India’s plans in 50-over cricket.
Reports about his ODI future
Rohit’s Unresolved Position
Reports and retirement speculation suggested the Lord’s ODI might be Rohit’s final appearance for India, while Rohit has not set a timeline for ending his ODI career.
BCCI’s Continued Support
Saikia rejected the reports and urged people not to give further attention to such rumours.
Current priorities
Rohit’s Unresolved Position
Rohit said his focus is on contributing with the bat and helping India succeed rather than responding to outside speculation.
BCCI’s Continued Support
His century at Lord’s was viewed as evidence that he remains capable of contributing, although India lost the match.
- Player
- Rohit Sharma
- Tournament
- 2027 ODI World Cup
- Scheduled month
- October 2027
- Current format
- ODI cricket
- Retired formats
- Tests and T20Is
- Recent performance
- Scored a century in the third ODI against England at Lord’s
- World Cup co-hosts
- South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia
- Statement venue
- Global Fintech Fest, Mumbai
