End of an Era: Rohit Sharma Retires from Tests
Indian cricket legend Rohit Sharma has officially retired from Test cricket, closing a big chapter in his international career. The 38-year-old skipper announced it through a heartfelt Instagram story on Wednesday at 7:30 PM, saying it was an honour to represent India in the longest version of the game. So let’s take a look at Rohit Sharma Retires from Tests.
Although distancing himself from Test matches, Rohit affirmed that he would still play for India in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Earlier, he had retired from T20 Internationals following India’s winning drive in the T20 World Cup 2024.
Rohit Sharma Test Stats
Even though his recent performance was down, overall his Test career has been extremely respectable. Rohit appeared in 116 Tests ining 4,301 runs at an average of 40.57 with 12 centuries and 18 half-centuries. In his career, he played against 7538 balls and struck 473 fours and 88 sixes. He was particularly successful in the second half of his career, when he adapted to being a reliable opening batter.
Reason Behind Rohit Sharma’s Test Retirement
Rohit’s announcement might follow increasing speculation regarding his future in Tests, especially after a poor show in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, a 5-match Australian Test series.
As Test captain, Rohit guided India to the World Test Championship final against Australia. His leadership was questioned, though, after India’s inconsistent performances in recent series, such as home matches against New Zealand and the recent Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.
Who Will Lead India into the New WTC Cycle?
With Rohit’s Retirement, the Indian team will require a new captain for the five-test series in England, which also commences a fresh World Test Championship cycle. Jasprit Bumrah, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Shubman Gill are among the names under consideration for captaincy.
Sources indicate Shubman Gill as the frontrunner. The selectors are said to be eager to introduce a new era for Indian Test cricket and will make future-oriented decisions.
Rohit’s exit closes an era, but it also provides an opportunity for a new generation of Indian red-ball leadership and talent.
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