Are the Test careers of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli on the verge of ending?

In the first week of the new year, questions are being raised on the Test careers of two of India’s legendary cricketers, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Could this be the end of their journey? There are many reasons behind this speculation, including poor form, fitness, and the pressure of emerging new talent in the team.

Rohit Sharma: Questions on both captaincy and form

The performance of the current Test and ODI captain of the Indian team, Rohit Sharma, has been very disappointing in recent times.

• Form:
  • In 17 innings of the last 9 matches, Rohit has only 164 runs Have made.
  • During this period, his best score has been only one half-century.
  • Such figures are considered insufficient for any batsman to remain in the team.
• Captaincy:
  • Rohit’s captaincy record has also been bad.
  • The team has won the last 6 lost 5 matcheswhile one match remained a draw.
  • His strategies and ability to manage the team are under question.
• Fitness:
  • The fitness of Rohit, who will turn 38 in April 2025, is affecting his performance.
  • In this situation, BGT’s last Test to be held in Sydney between January 3 and 7 may prove to be the end of his Test career.

Virat Kohli: Pressure of form and expectations

Virat Kohli, who is called the “run machine”, has also been struggling with his form for a long time.

• Form:
  • In 17 innings of the last 9 matches, Virat 359 runs Have made.
  • During this period he has scored only one century, his performance in the remaining innings has been average.
  • Expectations from Kohli have always been high, and his current performance is well below that standard.
• Technical Problem:
  • Virat’s weakness is on off side balls, where he is continuously batting and getting out.
• Fitness:
  • 36 year old Virat’s fitness is still excellent, which can help him extend his career for a few more years.
  • However, due to poor form, the pressure of being dropped from the team is increasing.

Could this Sydney Test be the last match of both?

The Test match to be played in Sydney from 3 to 7 January can be decisive for both Rohit and Virat.

• For Rohit, this could turn out to be his last Test considering his poor form and fitness.
• Virat’s condition is not clear yet. His supporters believe that on the basis of his fitness, he can play for 2-3 more years, but questions remain regarding his form.

Pressure of new emerging talents in the team

New talents are emerging rapidly in Indian cricket.

• Performance of young players:
  • Informed players like Shubhman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shreyas Iyer are set to make their place in the team.
• Pressure:
  • Considering the performance of these players, it may be difficult for both Rohit and Virat to retain their place in the team.

Ravi Shastri’s opinion

Former head coach Ravi Shastri believes that Virat is on the strength of his fitness. Can play for 2-3 more years. However, his biggest challenge is to return to form.