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The India National Cricket Team has once again found itself in a big controversy after different messages emerged over Rohit Sharma's ODI future. Indian captain Shubman Gill has openly spoken about the importance of experienced players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the team, but reports claimed that Hitman is likely to retire from the game on July 19 at Lord’s.
There are several reports that claim that Rohit could be dropped from India's plans for the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup, but before that, Gill backed Kohli and Rohit for the mega event on the African continent, so the buzz has left everyone confused and shocked. Also check out 7 reasons dropping Rohit Sharma from India's ODI squad makes sense.
Are Shubman Gill, Gautam Gambhir and Ajit Agarkar on the same page?
The latest developments have raised a big question about whether the India National Cricket Team captain Shubman Gill, head coach Gautam Gambhir, and chief selector Ajit Agarkar are thinking in the same direction. Their different takes sparked a fresh debate over India's long-term plans and who is actually making the final calls behind the scenes.
Before the start of the ongoing three-match ODI series in England, Gill made it clear that senior players are very important for the Indian team and experience cannot be replaced easily, and former captains Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will play key roles at the ICC World Cup 2027.
Reports claim Rohit Sharma could retire after the Lord's ODI
But after the second ODI in Cardiff, several reports have claimed that Rohit was forced to announce his retirement after the third ODI at Lord’s on Sunday, and even the Hitman is not part of India's plans leading up to the ICC World Cup 2027.
This has surprised many because the selectors have continued to include Rohit in the squad. If the Indian team management has already decided to move on from him, then many are wondering why he is still being picked. The different messages have created confusion among fans and experts. Amid this, Virat Kohli leaves Team India hotel in private car after London arrival ahead of 3rd ODI.
Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir-Ajit Agarkar not on the same page
Now, a Times of India journalist claimed that Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir are not on the same page. It is being said that Gill doesn’t have a strong voice in selection matters, with decisions completely in the hands of the selectors and Gautam Gambhir.
It is also suggested that the Indian captain is not happy with Gambhir and the selectors, as he can only share his opinion, but he is not listened to. Even Rohit was not happy with Gambhir and the selectors' decision, as the Hitman wants to play in the ICC ODI World Cup 2027.
🚨 SHUBMAN GILL WANT TO DROP ROHIT SHARMA AND GILL GIVE FINAL DECISION ON ROHIT RETIREMENT 🤯
— Sports Club (@SportsxClub) July 17, 2026
- Captain Shubman Gill has always been very clear from the Aus pre series PC to England Pre series PC that both ROKO are integral and valuable part of dressing room.
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Amid the rumors over Rohit Sharma's future, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has rejected reports that the Lord's ODI against England will be his final appearance in the national colors.
