Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma is reportedly set to announce his retirement from Test cricket after the conclusion of the ongoing five-match Test series against Australia, as per a report by The Times of India. The report suggests that the BCCI leadership and selectors have already discussed the decision, and it appears unlikely that Rohit will reconsider. While the precise timing of the announcement remains uncertain, it is expected to follow the final Test in Sydney.
Rohit Sharma seemed visibly shaken after India’s heavy loss in the fourth Test against Australia. He admitted to feeling “disturbed” and acknowledged that there are personal and team issues that need to be addressed. This comes amidst increasing scrutiny of his performance and growing calls for his retirement from the longest format of the game.
With just 31 runs in six innings across three Tests, Rohit’s performance has come under fire, especially as his tally barely surpasses Jasprit Bumrah’s impressive series wicket haul of 30. Despite the criticism, Rohit is determined not to bow out without a fight, making Sydney potentially his final appearance in whites.
As questions arise about his form and mindset, Rohit admitted to the challenges he’s facing. “I stand where I am today. There’s no point dwelling on the past. Of course, some results haven’t gone our way, and as a captain, that is disappointing,” he said after the 184-run defeat, attempting to mask his emotions.
He elaborated further, saying, “A lot of the things I’ve tried haven’t worked out as I’d hoped. Mentally, it’s definitely unsettling. When you come here with a plan and fail to execute it successfully, it’s a big disappointment. But for now, that’s the reality I have to accept.”
