Rohit Sharma has confirmed his intention to play in the ICC ODI World Cup 2027, responding to speculation about his future in 50-over cricket.The former Indian captain made this revelation during an interaction with a Make-A-Wish child in a video that has since gone viral. He expressed his determination to win the World Cup trophy which has eluded him throughout his career.“Kid to Rohit Sharma: ‘When will the next One-Day World Cup be held’?Rohit Sharma: “2027”Child: “Are you going to play there”?Rohit Sharma: ‘Yes, I want to play'”The 38-year-old’s announcement comes at a time when questions surround his professional ODI future. Having retired from T20Is after leading India to their 2024 T20 World Cup victory and stepping away from Test cricket earlier this year, ODIs remain his only active international format, similar to teammate Virat Kohli.Click here to watch Rohit Sharma’s viral videoRohit’s journey in the 2023 ODI World Cup ended in disappointment when India lost to Australia in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, despite a strong campaign throughout the tournament.The veteran opener showed his commitment by focusing on his fitness ahead of India’s upcoming tour of Australia. He is said to have lost around 10 kilos during a period of intensive training under former Indian assistant coach Abhishek Nayar.Rohit will return to international cricket in the three-match ODI series against Australia, starting October 19 at the Optus Stadium in Perth. This series follows India’s undefeated Champions Trophy victory in March and serves as preparation for the 2027 World Cup.The 2027 World Cup will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. While the BCCI named Shubman Gill as the new ODI captain, Rohit and Kohli remain in the team.
