Rohit Sharma to continue to lead India in ODIs till 2027 World Cup? ICC's poster raises eyebrows

A seemingly ordinary poster from the ICC has sparked a flurry of speculation among Indian cricket fans. The graphic, which was promoting India’s 2026 white-ball tour of England, featured Rohit Sharma, the current Indian ODI captain, alongside England’s captain Harry Brook. The choice to put Rohit front and center has led many to wonder if he might continue to lead the ODI side all the way through the 2027 World Cup.

Rohit to remain India's skipper till ODI World Cup 2027?

This speculation is particularly interesting given Rohit's recent career trajectory. Following India's victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup, he retired from the T20I format. He has also stepped away from Test cricket after the recent series against England, which leaves him as a one-format specialist, focusing solely on ODIs. While this might suggest a clear path, the ICC has since removed the post, adding another layer of mystery.

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Despite the recent speculation about his retirement from ODIs, Rohit Sharma has openly stated that he has no plans to step away from the format. He has affirmed his intention to continue playing and leading India for the foreseeable future. However, there is some uncertainty within the BCCI regarding his long-term future as ODI captain, especially with younger players like Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer emerging as potential leaders. The fact that Rohit no longer captains the Test or T20I teams—with Gill taking over in Tests and Suryakumar Yadav serving as the deputy in shorter formats—adds to this transitional narrative.

Amid the concerns about his future, a recent ICC poster has sparked excitement among fans. The graphic, which was promoting India’s 2026 white-ball tour of England, featured Rohit and England’s captain Harry Brook. This has been interpreted by many as a strong hint that Rohit will remain the ODI captain, at least until the 2027 World Cup. The tour will feature a five-match T20I and a three-match ODI series next July. Virat Kohli is also expected to continue playing in the 50-over format, and it is widely believed that both he and Rohit will retire on their own terms.