Image: The BGT has been tough for Kohli and Sharma, sparking conversations about their future / © DNA India
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 has been tough for India’s seasoned stars, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, sparking conversations about their future in cricket. Former coach Ravi Shastri addressed these rumors, suggesting that Kohli, despite a few missteps, has 3-4 years of Test cricket left in him. On the other hand, Shastri hinted that Rohit might need to evaluate his position at the top of the order or his overall career by the series’ end, citing visible dips in his footwork and timing. He said:
No, I think Virat Kohli will play. Virat will play for some time, forgetting how he got out today. I think he will play for 3 or 4 more years. As far as Rohit is concerned, it’s a call. At the top of the order, his footwork isn’t the same. He is probably, at times, a little late in meeting the ball. So it’s his call at the end of the series. This is the mode of dismissal. Rohit Sharma, at his best, that front foot would be closer to the pitch of the ball. There’s a trigger movement and then the front foot stays planted. So the bat goes at the ball, so you are playing away from the body.
Both players have struggled in the series, with Kohli scoring a century in Perth but faltering in other innings, including a drive outside-off against Mitchell Starc on Monday. Rohit has managed just 10, which is his highest score so far. Shastri praised Australia’s bowling, calling it their best unit performance in years. As the series nears its conclusion, these discussions underscore the pivotal role of senior players in India’s cricketing future.