Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Rohit Sharma has confirmed his intention to take part in the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup and addressed speculation about his future in over-50 cricket.The former Indian captain made the revelation while interacting with a Make-A-Wish child in a video that has since gone viral. He expressed his determination to secure the World Cup trophy that has eluded him throughout his career.“Kid to Rohit Sharma: ‘When’s the next ODI World Cup’?Rohit Sharma: 2027Kid: ‘You gonna play it’?Rohit Sharma: “Yes, I want to play”The 38-year-old’s announcement comes at a time when questions surround his ODI career future. Having retired from T20Is after leading India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup and stepping down from Test cricket earlier this year, ODIs remain his only active international format, similar to his teammate Virat Kohli.Click here to watch Rohit Sharma’s viral videoRohit’s journey to the 2023 ODI World Cup ended in disappointment as India lost to Australia in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad despite a strong campaign throughout the tournament.The veteran opener has shown his determination by focusing on fitness ahead of India’s upcoming tour of Australia. He reportedly lost around 10 kilograms during intensive training under former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar.Rohit will return to international cricket in the three-match ODI series against Australia starting on October 19 at the Optus Stadium in Perth. The series follows India’s Champions Trophy win in March and serves as a build-up to the 2027 World Cup.The 2027 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. While BCCI named Shubman Gill as the new ODI captain, both Rohit and Kohli remain in the team.
