Delhi: Before the third ODI between England and India to be held at Lord’s on Sunday, July 19, discussions are intense about the future of Rohit Sharma. It is being claimed in media reports that Rohit Sharma’s international career will come to a halt with Lord’s ODI. Meanwhile, one of his videos is becoming increasingly viral on social media, in which he is seen talking to Team India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak.

In the video, Rohit Sharma appeared unperturbed by the news of his retirement and clearly indicated that the team’s entire focus is only on performing on the field and not on the discussions going on outside.

Rohit Sharma’s statement went viral

Actually, during the practice session at Lord’s, Rohit Sharma and Sitanshu Kotak were talking while walking together. During this time Rohit was heard saying,

‘What do we care about what’s going on outside?’

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This statement of Rohit is becoming increasingly viral on social media. Fans are seeing this as his confidence and style of ignoring criticism.

BCCI responded to the news of retirement

After the news of retirement came out, there was a huge stir on social media. Fans and many former legends want that Rohit should not think of retirement now and should focus on next year’s World Cup. The team needs him right now. However, reports said that the selectors want to prepare a new team keeping in mind the 2027 ODI World Cup.

The relief news for the fans is that BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia has rejected all these speculations. He clarified that there was no such discussion in the board regarding Rohit Sharma’s retirement.

Rohit is still a part of Team India’s plans

BCCI has made it clear that Rohit Sharma is still part of the plans of the Indian team. The board says that as long as the selectors consider him important for the team, he will continue playing for India.

In such a situation, all the ongoing speculations regarding Rohit Sharma’s retirement have come to an end and now all eyes are on the decisive match to be held at Lord’s.