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Tanvir Calls Kohli and Rohit’s Continued Presence a Blessing
Sohail Tanvir praised Indian cricketers Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
He said their skills and experience are valuable to Indian cricket.
Tanvir hopes Kohli keeps playing for as long as he can.
He also said age does not have to be a problem for a player.
In his view, staying fit and performing well matter most.
Experienced players can also help younger teammates learn.
Rohit recently scored well in some ODI matches against the West Indies.
Tanvir said fitness and form remain important for Rohit to keep playing at the highest level.
Former Pakistan pacer Sohail Tanvir praised Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s contributions to cricket.
Tanvir said their experience and continued presence are a blessing for Indian cricket.
He argued that age can be an asset when players maintain fitness and performance.
Tanvir said senior players can guide and uplift younger teammates.
Rohit has scored 92, 101 and 32 in his last three listed ODI innings against the West Indies.
- Who
- Former Pakistan pacer Sohail Tanvir praised Indian batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
- What
- Tanvir called their continued presence a blessing for Indian cricket and highlighted the value of experience.
- Where
- Tanvir spoke to ANI; the report carries a Dubai dateline.
- When
- The comments were reported on October 7; the year is not specified.
- Why
- Tanvir said experienced players can contribute through their performances and by guiding younger teammates, provided they stay fit and perform.
Age and continuation concerns
Experience as an asset
Whether Rohit can continue
Age and continuation concerns
The report says questions have been raised about whether Rohit can continue until the 2027 ODI World Cup, given age and fitness considerations.
Experience as an asset
Tanvir said age can be a positive asset if a player maintains fitness and performance, and that experience can help the wider team.
Key facts
- Speaker
- Sohail Tanvir, former Pakistan pacer
- Players discussed
- Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma
- Kohli’s international appearances
- 123 Tests, 317 ODIs and 125 T20Is
- Kohli’s ODI record
- 15,109 runs, with 55 centuries and 79 fifties, as stated in the report
- Retirements
- Kohli and Rohit retired from T20Is in June 2024 and from Test cricket in May 2025, according to the report
- Rohit’s recent ODI scores mentioned
- 92 and 101 against the West Indies, followed by 32 in Thiruvananthapuram
Quotes
Sohail Tanvir
Former Pakistan fast bowler
“Virat's numbers are so monumental that I don't even need to say anything—they speak for themselves. Beyond Indian cricket, look at the immense service he has rendered to world cricket, the countless moments of joy he has delivered, and how much he has entertained fans with his extraordinary talent. Full praise to him.”
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“If you keep yourself fit and maintain performance, age actually provides a double benefit. People often view age in a negative light, but I consider it a massive positive asset for any team.”
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Sources
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