Former Indian cricketer, Irfan Pathan expresses a desire to witness Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli participating in the 2024 T20 World Cup. Their absence from recent T20Is raises speculation about their potential inclusion.
Irfan Pathan recently voiced his wish to see Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in action during the 2024 T20 World Cup, emphasizing the potential impact of their experience on the Windies pitches where the tournament will unfold.
Despite their exceptional performance in the 2023 World Cup, accumulating 597 and 765 runs respectively, both Sharma and Kohli were notably absent from the T20 format post-2022 World Cup, raising doubts about their participation in the upcoming major tournament.
Former cricketer Ashish Nehra hinted at the likelihood of their inclusion, attributing their absence to prioritizing fitness. The discussion escalates as Hardik Pandya’s injury adds complexity to the selection process, further amplifying speculation on the duo’s return.
The BCCI acknowledged the players’ request for a break from South Africa’s T20Is and ODIs, fueling ongoing debates regarding their role in T20 cricket.
Pathan highlighted the significance of Sharma and Kohli’s experience in the Windies’ conditions, expressing optimism about their potential contribution to the Indian squad in the T20 World Cup. He lauded Rohit Sharma as the linchpin of Indian cricket, aspiring for his continued leadership on the field.
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