"Marwaoge yaar": Rohit Sharma opens doors for Rahane, Pujara’s return after suddenly realizing they aren’t retired

Team India skipper Rohit Sharma shared his thoughts on out-of-favor batters Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara after the third Test match against Australia in the BGT 2024-25 series. Rohit Sharma stated that Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara can make a comeback for India with their performances.

Ravichandran Ashwin announced his unexpected retirement after the third Test against Australia at the Gabba. Ashwin retires as the country's second-highest wicket-taker in Tests with 537 wickets and 765 international scalps. His final match for India was in Adelaide, where the team suffered a ten-wicket loss.

By the Way, Ajinkya Rahane Hasn't Retired Yet - Rohit Sharma

During the post-match press conference, Rohit Sharma was asked about Ashwin, Pujara, and Rahane's involvement with the Indian cricket team. Rohit clarified that only Ashwin had officially announced his retirement from international cricket, while Rahane and Pujara have not retired.

"Bilkul. Itna experience hai unke paas. Itne matches unhone jitaaye hain toh kahin na kahin, abhi aapko kisi left ya right mein dekhna hai toh yeh log nahin rahenge. By the way Ajinkya Rahane retire nahin hua hai. Aap mere ko marwaaoge yaar. Pujara bhi retirement announce nahin kiya hai yaar," Rohit told reporters.

(Obviously. He has so much experience and played and won several matches. If you want to look around and don't find those people, it will be odd. By the way, Ajinkya Rahane hasn't retired yet, nor is Pujara.)

Cheteshwar Pujara Is Very Secretive - Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma said that Pujara wants to stay in Rajkot, and they meet occasionally on the cricket field. Regarding Ashwin, Rohit said that they would see him taking the expert's role in the next 1-2 years. He emphasized that it would feel strange if they were not around him on the field.

“We meet a lot in Mumbai. Pujara is very secretive, he stays in hiding in Rajkot. We don’t meet often but we do meet sometimes on the cricket field. But Ash too, I am sure he will be with you guys in the next 1-2 years. So we will keep meeting him," Rohit said.

"No, no, absolutely [I will miss them around]. Look, he has so much experience, he has won so many matches for India. So, if you want to look to your left or right and these guys are not there..."

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Third Test Between India and Australia Ended in a Draw at the Gabba

The third Test between Australia and India at the Gabba ended in a draw due to rain. After dismissing Akash Deep on day five, Australia declared at the second innings 89/7 and set a target of 275 runs for India.

India managed 8 runs from 2.1 overs before bad light stopped play, and heavy rain prevented any further action. The series remains tied at 1-1, with two more Tests to be played. The fourth Test will start on December 26 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne.

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