Ashish Nehra assesses Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli 2027 World Cup prospects

Former India pacer Ashish Nehra addressed speculation regarding whether Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will compete in the 2027 ODI World Cup. The tournament is scheduled to take place in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, at which time Rohit and Kohli will be 40 and 39 years old, respectively. Nehra stated that it is premature to determine their future status, emphasizing that performance levels remain the primary factor in team selection. He noted that even professional sports situations can change drastically within weeks, making long-term predictions difficult. Nehra also commented on his own career, stating that while coaching the India national team would be an honor, he does not plan his career steps in advance and remains focused on his current role. The former bowler also reflected on his past tournament appearances, including the 2003 ODI World Cup final loss to Australia.

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