New Delhi. Indian cricket team’s experienced off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed his opinion on the role of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma regarding the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup. Ashwin has said that as long as the team has experienced players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, they should be a part of the team in this tournament because their experience is very important for the team. Ashwin said, “As long as you have experienced players like Virat and Rohit, who have the experience of playing the World Cup in foreign conditions, you should take as much experience from them as possible. I think having them play will be of great benefit to the team in the World Cup.” This is a big deal for India as both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have been captains of Indian cricket for decades. By taking advantage of their experience, there is a possibility of inspiring young players also. Both these players are not only examples of proficiency, but their leadership and match finishing abilities are also important for the team.
This statement of Ashwin assumes importance amid the ongoing discussions regarding team selection for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Entry of youth in the Indian team is necessary, but balance is maintained with the presence of experienced players. Ashwin says that Virat and Rohit playing in the World Cup will strengthen both the team’s strategy and mentality.
Apart from this, in unstable conditions and foreign field conditions, Virat and Rohit have proved many times before how they can perform brilliantly under pressure. Ashwin also added that “these veteran players help in increasing the courage and confidence of the team.”
This support from the former India captain and experienced players indicates that the coaching staff and selectors may also be thinking in the same direction. The 2027 World Cup will be an important event for Indian cricket, through which the team can further strengthen its hold in world cricket.
Finally, Ashwin believes that with this young and experienced mixed team, India should go into the World Cup as a strong contender. For this, the experience of all the players will take the team’s performance to new heights.
