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Rohit Sharma, India’s cricket team captain who recently made history by securing an ICC trophy, is contemplating a return to action for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka in August. Despite having retired from T20Is, the 37-year-old skipper is considering cutting short his break to lead the team in Colombo on August 2, 4, and 7. His decision is expected to be communicated to the BCCI ahead of the selection meeting scheduled online this Wednesday.
Rohit Sharma’s potential presence in the squad comes amid discussions about team composition led by new head coach Gautam Gambhir, who reportedly desires the inclusion of key players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah for the series. While Rohit’s participation seems likely, it appears improbable that Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah will join him in the ODI matches.
In case Rohit Sharma opts out, the mantle of captaincy is expected to fall on KL Rahul, who previously led the team during the ODI series against South Africa in December 2023. Meanwhile, the team composition for the Sri Lanka series is also expected to feature Shreyas Iyer, despite his absence from the BCCI’s recent central contract list, while Hardik Pandya will miss out due to personal reasons.
Rohit Sharma’s potential return to the field not only bolsters India’s lineup but also underscores his commitment to leading the team forward, building on recent successes in international cricket.
Surya to lead in ODIs against Sri Lanka
When it comes to leading the T20I team, the competition centers around two contenders: star all-rounder Hardik Pandya and former top-ranked T20I batsman Suryakumar Yadav. Given concerns over Pandya’s past fitness issues, reports suggest that head coach Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar are inclined towards appointing Suryakumar Yadav as the captain of the T20I side, favoring his reliability and performance record.
