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Veteran Batter Rohit Sharma Eyes 2027 World Cup
21 Jul
Summary
- Rohit Sharma scored a brilliant 138 at Lord's, silencing retirement speculations.
- Mohammad Kaif asserted Sharma's right to choose his retirement timing.
- Sharma's century was the first by an Indian batter at Lord's in ODIs.
Rohit Sharma's recent century at Lord's has definitively quelled rumors surrounding his international career. The veteran opener's remarkable 138 runs silenced critics and reaffirmed his place in the squad, dispelling notions of an imminent retirement.
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif championed Sharma, stating the player's right to determine his own retirement timeline. Kaif highlighted Sharma's extensive career achievements, including over 12,000 runs and 34 centuries, and his previous successful captaincy, emphasizing the undue pressure the batter currently faces.
Kaif further suggested that Sharma's performance was amplified by the perceived lack of support, with many anticipating his downfall. He posited that with explicit backing from the team, captain, and coach, Sharma would likely exhibit even greater commitment and performance for India, advocating for him to be allowed to play in peace.
