Ajinkya Rahane calls for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in 2027 World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 1:21 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Ajinkya Rahane expressed his desire for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to play in the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup. He urged selectors to support both players and allow them to perform freely, emphasizing their experience and contributions over the years. Rahane's comments come amid scrutiny of Rohit's form after India lost a recent ODI series against England. Rahane highlighted the importance of backing senior players like Rohit and Kohli as they prepare for the tournament. The call for clarity on their roles is set against the backdrop of a transitional phase for the Indian team.
- •Rahane wants Rohit and Kohli included in the 2027 squad.
- •He criticized the selection approach of evaluating players series by series.
- •Rohit responded to critics with a strong performance at Lord's.
- •India's ODI series against Australia begins on October 19.
- •Questions remain about the future of senior players in the team.
- 1:21 PMYahoo Sports — 'Let them play freely': Ajinkya Rahane wants to see Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play 2027 ODI World Cup
"With the 2027 World Cup less than one year away, former Indian star Ajinkya Rahane wants former teammates Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to be part of the squad and play freely.
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