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Amidst swirling speculation over the future careers of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli following their retirement from T20I cricket post their victorious T20 World Cup 2024 campaign, Gautam Gambhir, in his inaugural press conference as the newly appointed head coach of the Indian Cricket Team, offered an electrifying vision of what lies ahead for these iconic figures of the modern era.
Gambhir emphasized that both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma possess ample cricketing prowess remaining, asserting their indispensable roles in India’s future triumphs in major tournaments. He underscored their profound impact on the global stage, where their track records attest to their ability to excel under pressure.
Kohli’s aggressive batting and astute leadership, combined with Sharma’s graceful stroke-making and strategic insights, have consistently bolstered India’s cricketing fortunes. Gambhir’s affirmation that they still have much to contribute strongly hints at their pivotal roles not just in the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 but also in the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa.
Gautam Gambhir said at the press conference: “They have shown what they can deliver on the big stage. Both have a lot of cricket left in them. The Champions Trophy, if they keep their fitness, then even the 2027 World Cup. Looking at what they can deliver, they are still world-class, and any team would want to have both of them.”