Indian captain Rohit Sharma continues to be a fan favorite, not just for his brilliant performance on the field, but also for his approachable nature off it. After leading India to an emphatic victory in the 2-0 Test series against Bangladesh, Rohit is currently on a short break, set to return for the Test series against New Zealand.
Recently, Rohit attended an event in Maharashtra where he was invited to inaugurate a cricket academy. During the event, a huge crowd gathered to see the cricket icon, and the fans didn’t shy away from placing a big demand in front of their captain.
The Big Demand from Fans
Rohit Sharma made a heartwarming gesture by speaking in Marathi during the event, further connecting with his audience. Maharashtra Legislative Assembly member Rohit Pawar, who was present at the event, echoed the sentiments of the crowd when he made a special request to Rohit.
Pawar, speaking on behalf of the fans, said, “The entire country wants to see you leading India in another World Cup.” His words were met with loud chants of “Rohit! Rohit!” from the crowd, expressing their hope that Rohit would lead the team in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Rohit’s Glorious Captaincy
Rohit Sharma’s captaincy has been nothing short of remarkable. He recently led India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup, ending a long title drought for the team. His leadership in the 2023 ODI World Cup was also praiseworthy, as India dominated the tournament with 10 consecutive wins. Despite the unfortunate defeat against Australia in the final, Rohit’s performance as both a captain and a player stood out, scoring 597 runs at an impressive average of 54.27 in 11 matches.
Can Rohit Play in the 2027 World Cup?
While fans have high hopes for Rohit to lead India in the 2027 ODI World Cup, there’s a significant challenge. By the time the tournament is held, Rohit will be around 39 or 40 years old, depending on the exact schedule. His fitness and performance will be the key factors in determining whether he can continue to represent India at that age.
Having retired from T20Is after the 2024 World Cup victory, Rohit is now focused on ODI and Test formats. If he aims to play in the 2027 World Cup, he will need to maintain top fitness levels, which have already been under scrutiny in recent times.
Fans’ Expectations Continue to Grow
Despite the age factor, the love and admiration for Rohit Sharma among Indian cricket fans remain immense. Whether or not he will fulfill their demand to lead India in the 2027 World Cup is something only time will tell, but for now, the fans’ faith in him is as strong as ever.
