Rohit Sharma reveals retirement plans for ODI and Test Cricket after T20I departure, says 'you will see...'

After leading Team India to a historic T20 World Cup victory in June, captain Rohit Sharma is taking a well-deserved break from cricket. Rohit Sharma's role in the team's success can't be overstated. Not only did he provide brilliant leadership throughout the tournament, but he also led by example with his batting performances. India's dominant run through the competition, culminating in their first T20 World Cup win in 11 years, proved Sharma's exceptional captaincy. He achieved the remarkable feat of guiding the Men in Blue to an undefeated tournament, the first team ever to do so in the T20 World Cup. Their victory came after a thrilling final against South Africa, where India emerged victorious by just seven runs. With the bat, Sharma continued to shine. He finished as India's leading run scorer in the tournament, amassing an impressive 257 runs across eight matches with a belligerent strike rate of 156.70. His highest knock came against Australia in the Super 8 stage, where he blazed a trail with a stunning 92 runs.

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Rohit Sharma on retirement plans for ODIs and Tests

While fans were heartbroken by Rohit Sharma's retirement from T20 Internationals after the World Cup win, his decision was understandable. He'd always dreamt of winning the trophy as a fitting farewell to the format. This retirement sparked speculation about his future in Test and ODI cricket. However, during the launch of his Cricket Academy in the USA, Rohit reassured fans. He clarified that he hasn't made any concrete decisions about his future but intends to continue playing for a while longer.

"I just said it, I don't look that far ahead. So clearly you will be seeing me playing for a while," Rohit said.

 

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Rohit Sharma Bows Out of T20Is as a Legend

 

Rohit Sharma exited the T20I stage in a blaze of glory, not just as a World Cup champion but also as the format's all-time leading run scorer. With a staggering 4231 runs to his name, he left an unmatched legacy, including a record-breaking five centuries and a blistering career strike rate of 140.

 

Rohit's Champions Trophy Captaincy Confirmed

 

While fans were saddened by his T20I retirement, Rohit Sharma's hunger for international trophies continues. The BCCI secretary, Jay Shah, confirmed Sharma's leadership for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. This news excites fans eager to see Rohit Sharma potentially script another historic victory, following India's T20 World Cup triumph in 2024.

 

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