Rohit Sharma has undergone remarkable physical improvement over the past year through dedicated gym workouts and strict fitness discipline. Former India strength and conditioning coach Soham Desai highlights that Rohit's commitment to fitness has always been serious and crucial for his cricket career. Desai explains that without the hard work on fitness, Rohit might not have continued playing at the top level until now. A career-threatening injury during the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy forced Rohit to modify his strength training approach significantly, especially focusing on hip area strength sessions twice a week to prevent injuries.
Because of multiple surgeries and injury risks, Rohit adopted a very specialized strength program that kept him fit and on the field. This disciplined regime disproves any ideas that Rohit was casual about his fitness as an all-format cricketer and captain. The new fitness transformation is even more impressive now, partly because Rohit has retired from two formats, allowing him extra time to focus on conditioning.
This renewed fitness level is helping Rohit make a strong bid for a place in India's squad for the 2027 ICC World Cup scheduled for October next year. His fitness and strength training efforts reflect his long-term vision to remain competitive internationally. Desai attributes Rohit's fitness success to his persistence, structured routines, and adapting to physical challenges as he ages. The transformation showcases the importance of tailored training for athletes dealing with prior injuries to sustain their careers in demanding sports.