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Former India National Cricket Team captain Rohit Sharma will reportedly announce his retirement from international cricket in a couple of months, as the BCCI selectors and the team management do not want the senior opener to play in the ICC ODI World Cup 2027.
Rohit still wants to continue playing ODI cricket and reportedly hopes to be part of India’s ICC ODI World Cup 2027 squad. But the Indian team management is looking towards younger players, so his future in the format is completely uncertain at this stage. Amid this, BCCI selectors fear India will lose 2027 World Cup if Rohit Sharma plays.
Rohit Sharma’s TV debut adds fresh twist to his uncertain ODI future
Amid the uncertainty, Rohit is set to make his television debut with Sony Entertainment Television through a new programme called “The Rohit Sharma Show". The show will also be available on Sony LIV. Sony has not revealed the full format of the programme yet, but its preview page describes it as a reality show.
Stage ready. Cameras ready. See you soon. 🎬@SonyTV @SonyLIV #Collab pic.twitter.com/ozvvWIpQNF
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) August 10, 2026
Reports suggest that the show will run for around six months from October 2026 to February 2026. This television project has come at an important time in Rohit’s cricket career. The 39-year-old has already retired from T20I and Test cricket.
He is active only in ODI cricket. Since the England tour, there have been growing speculations that Rohit might not be part of the 2027 World Cup plans. His television debut has intensified speculations that the BCCI and team management have decided to move on from Rohit, making it only a matter of time before the official announcement is made.
Rohit Sharma still wants to keep his 2027 ICC ODI World Cup dream alive
Amid the speculation, a Sports Yaari journalist revealed that Rohit wants to keep his ICC ODI World Cup 2027 dream alive. He is keen to continue in ODIs and hopes to remain available for the 2027 tournament. However, the team management is reportedly focusing on the future.
Young batters like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are expected to get chances in ODI cricket. The national selectors and team management are reportedly interested in giving such young players more chances and preparing them for the next World Cup cycle.
Rohit’s six-month television commitment is a big hint that the management doesn’t see him in their 2027 World Cup plans. The Men in Blue have a busy ODI schedule ahead, with matches against Bangladesh, the West Indies, New Zealand, and Zimbabwe. Playing these series while working on a long reality show would not be possible for Rohit.
Next two months could decide Rohit Sharma’s ODI future
Reports also suggest that the Gautam Gambhir-led team management may not want Rohit in the 2027 World Cup plans. There is even speculation that pressure from the management could eventually lead to his ODI retirement. Amid this, Washington Sundar OUT of 2nd SL Test, Jasprit Bumrah, Akash Deep comeback update arrives.
If Rohit truly wants to play in the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup, he will have to play in the upcoming ODI assignments, including the possible three ODIs in Bangladesh next month, for which he may have to quit the television plans or adjust his commitments.
He will also need to remain fit, perform consistently, and convince the selectors that his experience is still more valuable than giving a permanent role to a younger player. The next one or two months will be very important, with a decision on Rohit’s ODI future possibly being taken by the end of October.
🚨SPORTS YAARI EXCLUSIVE
— Sports Yaari (@YaariSports) August 11, 2026
ROHIT SHARMA RETIREMENT TWIST! 👀
Rohit reportedly wants to keep his 2027 World Cup dream alive, while the management is looking towards youngsters like Jaiswal & Suryavanshi. 🇮🇳
At the same time, Rohit’s reported 6-month entertainment show could give… pic.twitter.com/81jPZeUYRZ
🚨Rohit Sharma has been forced to retire by the management - Sushant Mehta🤯
— Akshat (@Cricketmythos) August 11, 2026
- Rohit Sharma is doing a reality show that will complete in 6 months
- He can't play cricket while doing this reality show that's for sure
- There are so many ODIs coming, we will be playing against… pic.twitter.com/TLrvE5oLNq
