IndiaA disappointing 1-3 loss in Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25 against Australia It leaves serious questions about Rohit SharmaHis position in the team.
Rohit Sharma's future is in doubt after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy debacle
Rohit has endured a forgettable streak with the bat, managing just 31 runs across five matches, a stark contrast to the high expectations placed on him. Under his captaincy, India failed to register a single Test victory, marking their first BGT loss in eight years. The disastrous tour sparked speculation about Rohit's retirement, not just from Test cricket but perhaps from all forms of the game. Even before the Australian tour, India suffered a historic whitewash under Rohit at home New Zealand. Such talks have gained momentum after his underwhelming performance, coupled with India's inability to dominate crucial matches, has raised concerns about his future contributions in the longest format.
Adam Gilchrist's view on Rohit's retirement
Former Australian wicketkeeper-batsman and Rohit's ex-lover– Indian Premier League (IPL) Captain V Deccan Chargers, Adam Gilchristinfluenced the Indian skipper's future in international cricket. talking on Prairie Fire Club podcast, Gilchrist expressed his belief that Rohit may retire from international cricket soon, with it likely to follow. ICC Champions Cup 2025.
He also hinted that England The Test series, scheduled to be played in June 2025, may not feature Rohit in the Indian team, marking a potential shift in the team's leadership and composition. According to Gilchrist, the 37-year-old's priorities may now focus on family and limited-overs cricket, signaling a natural transition for the veteran cricketer.
“I don't see Rohit going to England. I just felt like he was saying he would evaluate it when he got home. The first thing he will meet is a two-month-old who has to change diapers. Now that might motivate him to go to England. But I think he probably has “An opportunity to win the Champions Cup, and that could lead to his exit.” Gilchrist said.
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Upcoming cricket calendar in India and Rohit's role
India have a busy cricket schedule in the coming months, starting with a white-ball series at home against England. This series will serve as crucial preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy, which is scheduled to begin on February 19, 2025. Rohit is expected to lead the team in this marquee tournament, a competition India will aim to win, given their historic success in ICC events.
After the Champions Trophy, India are scheduled to tour England for a high-stakes five-match Test series, starting on June 20, 2025 at Headingley. This tour will be a pivotal moment for the Indian team, as they aim to secure their first Test series win on English soil since 2007. England's last tour in 2022 ended in a 2-2 draw, leaving unfinished business for both teams. with World Test Championship (WTC) Set to start the tournament again, this series will also form the team's roadmap for the future. However, with Gilchrist's comments casting doubt on Rohit's participation, the series could mark the beginning of a new leadership era for Indian Test cricket.