Sharma retirement news
Rohit Sharma has not retired from ODI cricket . Despite widespread media speculation that his recent appearances against England would be his last in 50-over cricket, both he and the BCCI have dismissed the rumors, and the veteran opener remains committed to playing until the 2027 World Cup. [ 1 , 2 , 3 ] The retirement rumors peaked during the India-England ODI series in July 2026, which prompted strong clarifications from both the board and the squad: [1, 2] BCCI Stance: Board Secretary Devajit Saikia officially rejected claims that Rohit had been informed his ODI career was over, confirming he remains a key part of India's plans. [1, 2] Captain's Backing: Current India captain Shubman Gill publicly dismissed the chatter, stating that no retirement discussions have taken place internally within the team. [1, 2] Rohit's Response: Rohit emphatically shut down the "outside noise" surrounding his future with a magnificent 138-run century in the ODI series fi...