Shahid Afridi Says Kohli & Rohit Should Lead India Until 2027 World Cup
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Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has strongly supported Indian cricket icons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, stating that both players remain indispensable to India’s ODI ambitions. Speaking in an interview published on Monday, Afridi dismissed narratives claiming the duo should be gradually phased out. Instead, he argued that the pair continues to form the core of India’s batting order and should stay part of the ODI setup until the 2027 World Cup. Afridi said their recent performances reaffirm their reliability and match-winning ability. He added that India should build around their experience rather than look to replace them prematurely. Kohli and Rohit Are the Backbone of India’s ODI Team, Says Afridi Afridi highlighted the significance of their contribution. “It’s a fact that Virat and Rohit are the backbone of the Indian batting line-up, and the way they have played in the recent ODI series, it can confidently be said that they can play until the 2027 World Cup,” he said. ...