Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has made a big revelation about Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s cricket future against Australia. Pathan revealed that he had made a long call about his future in cricket with Rohit Sharma, saying that the batsman wants to continue playing for India.
There has been speculation about Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s futures. It was reported that Australia’s upcoming tour could be his last international series. However, Rohit recently approved the compulsory pre-season fitness test of BCCI at the center of excellence amid rumors about his future.
There was a long call to know about Rohit Sharma’s future plans – Irfan Pathan
Speaking on Sony Sports Network, Irfan Pathan said Rohit Sharma has no plans to move away from international cricket. Pathan mentioned that he had a detailed conversation with the Indian captain. He described Rohit as India’s finest white ball players and a proven leader.
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Irfan Pathan told reporters, “I am following those fitness tests. This new test (Bronco) is not easy. Once you clean it, it means that your fitness is on top.”
“I also had a long call to learn about my future plans, and he said that he is very keen to ensure that he continues to play. The man has been a great leader, outstanding white-ball cricketer, and OD cricket has been great. He is also a great leader. He is also a great leader. We still return to the final of that 2023 ODI World Cup, and he wants to add a player.”
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have retired from tests and T20I – Irfan Pathan
Irfan Pathan said that Rohit and Virat Kohli may face a lack of match practice in the 50 -over format. With only 27 Odis prescribed before the tournament, Pathan said long gaps between sports could affect their rhythm.
“As I said earlier, no player is fit at age. But the game of challenge will be time, because there will be a lot of intervals in terms of playing 50 overs cricket.”
“When it comes to playing for India, it will not be a problem with inspiration, whether it is Kohli or Rohit, or Shami, but what does they matter that they can continue to play cricket and have the time of game, whoever is in the format. Whatever is in the format. Kohli and Rohit have retired from tests and T20I, so it will only be a challenge.”
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli aim to expand ODI career till 2027 World Cup
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who are now active only in ODIs, are expecting their career to prolong up to 2027 World Cups in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. The two retired from Test cricket earlier this year, already away from T20I after India’s 2024 World Cup victory.
His final presence for India came in the 2025 Champions Trophy, where Rohit inspired the team to win New Zealand in the final. Since then, he has not played any competitive cricket other than IPL 2025.
Rohit, who has often talked about his ambition in the next ODI World Cup, is set to return to India’s three -match ODI series against Australia in Perth on 19 October. However, maintaining match fitness and rhythm will remain a challenge.
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