When a star player goes through a bad patch, questions always follow. In this case, fans across the nation are talking about one very famous player. Let's take a look at the facts.
How the Series Went for Rohit Sharma
Rohit ended the five-match series with just 30 runs from his 4 innings with two ducks in the difficult tour of New Zealand. He was dismissed by Kyle Jamieson for a duck in the first ODI.
After scoring 23 runs in the second ODI, he was dismissed by Jamieson again. However, India still managed to win that game after chasing a low total. He was dismissed by Matt Henry for another duck in the fourth ODI.
Why the NZ vs IND Series Raised Doubts
The openers were a disaster as India were chasing 334 in the fourth ODI. Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer were both dismissed by Henry in the first over. This highlighted the weaknesses in the Indian batting.
As Rohit will be turning 40 years old during the 2027 World Cup, it all depends on how Rohit plays in the upcoming fixtures.
The selectors may be concerned about his age. They will want to see if he is able to keep his reflexes, fitness and energy throughout the long tournament. The players will need to be injury-free. Long tournaments put a lot of strain on your body.
It has been reported that the selectors have considered playing more of the younger players but also suggest he may be retiring.
Rohit Sharma's ODI Future with Upcoming Matches
After NZ vs IND series, India is playing against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe in an ODI series during December and January, which means he will have a chance to showcase his form. Fans will be watching these games closely to see if he can bounce back.
Although he may score well on the Indian pitches, it won't show that he can cope with overseas conditions. Coach Gautam Gambhir has stated that South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia may play like New Zealand.
However, Rohit has shown that he can silence his critics. He scored a century at Lord's during the England ODI series.
Final Thoughts
Overall, Rohit Sharma's ODI future is uncertain and it will all depend on how he plays in the next few games. Fans shouldn't believe any rumors of a retirement until an official statement has been made.
Every innings will help the selectors make their final decision.
