Sanjay Manjrekar questions Rohit Sharma's spot for 2027 ODI World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 5:22 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Sanjay Manjrekar has stated that Rohit Sharma should not be considered as India's first-choice opener for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Speaking on Sony Sports, he emphasized the need for selectors to favor younger players in their prime rather than established stars. Manjrekar highlighted Virat Kohli's fitness as a significant factor that could favor his inclusion. He argued that the focus should be on long-term planning for Indian cricket rather than relying solely on reputations of veteran players. The comments come as India prepares for an upcoming ODI series against England, where both Sharma and Kohli are expected to play.
- •Manjrekar suggests selecting openers who are in their prime for the World Cup.
- •He views Rohit Sharma as unsuitable for the role in 2027.
- •Manjrekar praises Virat Kohli for his fitness and future potential.
- •India's ODI series against England is set for July 2026.
- •The next 12-18 months are crucial for India's ODI lineup decisions.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — 'I don't think Rohit Sharma would be my choice': Sanjay Manjrekar on India's 2027 World Cup squad
- 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — 'Rohit Sharma wouldn't be my choice': Sanjay Manjrekar says India need openers in their 'prime' for 2027 ODI World Cup
"Rohit Sharma is back for India's ODI series against England, sparking debate about his 2027 World Cup prospects. Former player Sanjay Manjrekar advocates for prioritizing younger talent for the future of Indian cricket, suggesting Rohit might not be the ideal choice for the next World Cup squad. Virat Kohli also returns, pending fitness. The squad features a mix of experienced and new faces for the upcoming series.
"Sanjay Manjrekar has questioned Rohit Sharma’s place as an opener for the 2027 ODI World Cup, saying India should back younger players who will be in their prime by the time the tournament begins.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 11:15 AM'I don't think Rohit Sharma would be my choice': Sanjay Manjrekar on India's 2027 World Cup squad
Rohit Sharma is back for India's ODI series against England, sparking debate about his 2027 World Cup prospects. Former player Sanjay Manjrekar advocates for prioritizing younger talent for the future of Indian cricket, suggesting Rohit might not be the ideal choice for the next World Cup squad. Virat Kohli also returns, pending fitness. The squad features a mix of experienced and new faces for the upcoming series.
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 5:22 AM'Rohit Sharma wouldn't be my choice': Sanjay Manjrekar says India need openers in their 'prime' for 2027 ODI World Cup
Sanjay Manjrekar has questioned Rohit Sharma’s place as an opener for the 2027 ODI World Cup, saying India should back younger players who will be in their prime by the time the tournament begins.
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