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EXPLAINER: Is Rohit Sharma really forced to retire? Why is the discussion continuing even after BCCI’s refusal?

By Samira Vishwas

Social media is filled with reports of retirement of Indian cricket team’s star batsman Rohit Sharma. Quoting reports, the news had come out that the ODI match to be played at Lord’s would be the last ODI of Rohit’s career. But then a statement has been issued by BCCI that this is not going to happen and Lord’s ODI will not be Rohit’s last match. However, after this the fans are still worried that it is possible that he may be dropped after this. So let us tell in this article when, from where and what statements are coming out…

Rohit Sharma’s retirement revealed in the report

The reports of Rohit Sharma’s retirement amid the ODI series being played between India and England increased the concern of the fans. The news came out from the reports that after the end of the series being played with England, Rohit Sharma will not be a part of the future plans of Team India and this news created a sensation as soon as it came.

It is being claimed in the reports that the selectors of Team India talked to Rohit Sharma along with head coach Gautam Gambhir last week and told about the future plan. The selection committee wants to give a chance in ODI to the young players, who have been trying for a long time to get into the team. This makes it clear that the selection committee is not considering including Sharma in the team for the 2027 ODI World Cup. However, after working on fitness, Rohit wanted to continue playing.

Statement came from BCCI

BCCI has issued a statement amidst the continuous news of Rohit Sharma’s retirement in the cricket circles. Yes, BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia has clearly said that Lord’s ODI is not going to be the last ODI of Rohit’s career and he will remain a part of the team.

Devjit Saikia said in a special conversation with PTI, ‘There is a lot of speculation in the media regarding the future of Rohit Sharma. I want to emphasize that there is no discussion that Rohit will play his last match at Lord’s on Sunday. Rohit is a regular member of the Indian ODI team and will continue to play for the country as long as he is part of the team’s plans. In other words, Lord’s ODI is not his last match.

Fans are still worried

Even though BCCI has made it clear that Lord’s ODI match will not be Rohit Sharma’s last ODI. But meanwhile, users are continuously reacting on social media. Some say that BCCI has given the statement so that the ongoing discussion can end. At the same time, some say that it is possible that Lord’s ODI may not be his last, but the selectors and team management are no longer considering Rohit for the ODI World Cup 2027, due to which he may be out of the team.

There is news of Rohit Sharma’s parents coming.

If reports are to be believed, Rohit Sharma’s parents have reached London and they will be present in the stands during the third match to be played between India and England. It is not hidden from anyone that Rohit’s parents are rarely seen in the stadium. In such a situation, users on social media believe that the arrival of Hitman’s parents in London is a sign of giving farewell to Rohit.

Ajit Agarkar has also reached London

Some reports came out that chief selector Ajit Agarkar has reached Team India’s hotel in London. This further intensifies the discussion that Rohit can bid goodbye to his career in a memorable manner. Fans say that Rohit will be 40 years old by the World Cup. Fans also fear that his current form may push him towards the last match of his career at Lord’s.

Rohit Sharma’s ODI records

Rohit Sharma is one of the most successful batsmen of India. Has played 287 ODI matches for India so far, in which he has scored 11757 runs in 279 innings at an average of 48.58 and strike rate of 92.77. During this period, he has scored 33 centuries and 3 double centuries with his bat. At the same time, he has also scored 62 half-centuries. Let us tell you,

Rohit Sharma first announced his retirement from T20 International cricket soon after India wins the T20 World Cup on 29 June 2024. After this, he also announced his retirement from Test cricket on 7 May 2025.

Rohit Sharma’s 5 biggest records

1. The record of making the highest score in ODI cricket is held in the name of Rohit Sharma. Hitman had scored 264 runs in the match played against Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens in 2014.

2. Rohit Sharma is the only batsman in the world to score three double centuries in ODIs. He scored 209 runs against Australia in 2013, 264 runs against Sri Lanka in 2014 and 208 not out against Sri Lanka in 2017.

3. Rohit scored 5 centuries in 9 matches in the 2019 ODI World Cup and with this he became the batsman with the most centuries in a World Cup.

4. Rohit Sharma became the first batsman in the world to score 5 centuries in T20 international cricket. He led India to a memorable victory by playing many match-winning innings in this format.

5. India won the 2024 T20 World Cup title under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma. With this, he became the second captain after MS Dhoni to make India win the T20 World Cup.

Also read: ‘Along with Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli should also announce his retirement…’, a blood-boiling statement from Pakistan.

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