Image: Rohit Sharma is reportedly set to retire from Test cricket after the Sydney Test / © NDTV Sports
With the defeat in the 4th Test match against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, things have gone tough for the Indian cricket team. India suffered a crushing 184-run loss in the Boxing Day Test, leaving their hopes of securing a spot in the World Test Championship final in jeopardy.
The team struggled in both innings, with poor batting performances contributing to the heavy defeat. Indian captain Rohit Sharma’s leadership and his form have come under scrutiny, as he has managed only 31 runs in three Tests during this series. His lack of runs and tactical issues have raised questions about his future in Test cricket.
According to reports from the Times of India, Rohit Sharma may soon announce his retirement from Test cricket, with the Sydney Test potentially marking his final appearance in the format.
Discussions with the BCCI regarding his future are ongoing, and while Sharma may seek to play in the World Test Championship final if India qualifies, the Sydney Test could signal the end of his Test career. If India falls short in the final Test, it could indeed mark the conclusion of an era for Rohit Sharma in red-ball cricket.