Rohit Sharma Clears the Air on ODI Retirement: Rohit Sharma confirms he is not retiring from ODIs after India’s Champions Trophy 2025 win, putting all rumors to rest. After leading India to a historic Champions Trophy 2025 victory against New Zealand, speculation was rife about his future in the format. However, Rohit put all rumors to rest with a clear statement during the post-match press conference.
Rohit Sharma: “I Am Not Retiring From ODIs”
Following India’s four-wicket victory in the final, Rohit addressed the media and categorically denied any retirement plans.”I’m not going to retire from this format, just to make sure that no rumours are spread going forward,” he clarified.
This statement came after widespread conjecture that the 37-year-old might step away from ODIs, especially with the next major ICC event, the 2027 ODI World Cup, still two years away. Rohit, however, affirmed that there are no concrete future plans. “There is no future plan; whatever is happening will keep happening,” Rohit added.
India’s Champions Trophy 2025 Victory & Rohit Sharma’s ODI Future
The Men in Blue scripted history by winning their third Champions Trophy title, remaining undefeated throughout the tournament. Rohit played a pivotal role in the final, scoring a brilliant 76 off 83 balls while leading India’s chase of 252 runs against New Zealand.
His performance was complemented by KL Rahul’s composure under pressure. Rahul remained unbeaten on 34 and played a crucial role in sealing the victory for India. Rohit lauded his teammate’s temperament, saying,”He never gets overawed by pressure. That’s one of the reasons why we wanted him in the middle order, to try and finish off games for us.”
Rohit Sharma Joins Elite List of Captains
With his half-century in the final, Rohit Sharma became only the fourth captain in ICC Champions Trophy history to score 50+ in a final. He joined the likes of Sourav Ganguly, Sanath Jayasuriya, and Hansie Cronje in achieving this feat.His innings also marked his highest score in an ODI final, surpassing his previous best of 66 against Australia in the 2008 Commonwealth Bank series final.
Dominating the Tournament with Spin and Depth in Batting
Rohit credited India’s bowling attack, particularly the spinners, for their consistent performances. Varun Chakravarthy, who wasn’t in the initial 15-member squad, emerged as the second-highest wicket-taker of the tournament with nine wickets in three matches. His five-wicket haul against New Zealand in the group stage set the tone for India’s dominance.
“Our spinners lived up to the expectations. Playing on pitches like these helped, and we used it to our advantage. They never disappointed,” Rohit stated.
Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli on Their ODI Retirement Plans
Adding to the excitement, both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli made their stance on ODI retirement clear in a lighthearted yet firm manner. Following their viral ‘dandiya’ celebration after India’s win, Rohit was heard saying, “Abhi hum koi retire nahi ho rahe” (We are not retiring now), leaving Kohli in splits.
The camaraderie between the two stalwarts, along with their dedication to Indian cricket, is a reassuring sign for fans. While both ended their T20I careers on a high after the 2024 T20 World Cup triumph, they have no immediate plans to step away from ODIs.
What’s Next for Rohit Sharma in ODI Cricket?
With the Champions Trophy 2025 title under his belt and no immediate retirement plans, Rohit Sharma’s focus will now shift towards maintaining India’s dominance in ODI cricket. With the 2027 ODI World Cup on the horizon, Indian cricket fans can continue to witness Rohit’s leadership and batting prowess on the field.
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