Gavaskar made a big statement on Rohit-Virat’s future, will this pair play the World Cup of 2027?

News India Live, Digital Desk: The biggest question in Indian cricket at this time is what will be the future of veteran players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. In particular, after the Champions Trophy 2025, the market of speculation is hot about whether these players will be seen in ODI format. Now the great cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has also joined this debate and he has expressed his opinion on the pair playing in the 2027 World Cup.

Will Rohit-Virat be seen in 2027?

When Sunil Gavaskar was asked if Rohit and Virat’s pair would be seen playing in the 2027 World Cup, they responded in ‘N’. Gavaskar said very straightforward and clearly, “I have little hope to happen.”

The biggest blockage will be the age factor of age

Gavaskar also explained the reason behind his reply. Emphasizing the age factor, he said, “The next ODI is to be held in the World Cup 2027. By that time these two players will be around 40 years old.” Gavaskar believes that playing ODI cricket at this age and maintaining the same fitness is almost impossible.

He further said that maybe these two players play for one or two years, but it will be very difficult to remain in the team by 2027. According to Gavaskar, a new generation in Indian cricket is getting ready and they are sure to get a chance over time.

Champions Trophy may be the last big tournament

Sunil Gavaskar believes that the Champions Trophy to be held in Pakistan 2025 may be the last major tournament in ODI format for both these legendary players. According to him, this will be the right time when these two players vacate the place for the young players so that the next generation can get full opportunity to get ready for a big tournament like World Cup.

However, in view of the current form and fitness of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, the fans are still expecting. But Gavaskar’s words are pointing to the reality, which Indian cricket will have to face today if not today.