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Kohli, Rohit's India Future Hinges on IPL 2026: Coach Gambhir Reveals 2027 World Cup Plan

There have been reports of Gautam Gambhir's relations with the senior duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma not being at their best. Reuters and AFP

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Firstpost•11-03-2026, 15:18

Kohli, Rohit's India Future Hinges on IPL 2026: Coach Gambhir Reveals 2027 World Cup Plan

•India head coach Gautam Gambhir announced the blueprint for the 2027 Cricket World Cup will be finalized by IPL 2026 end.
•This plan will clarify the roles of veteran batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the 50-over format.
•Gambhir emphasized early planning for the 2027 World Cup, set in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, due to fewer ODIs being played.
•He stressed identifying suitable players and combinations for challenging South African conditions.
•Gambhir dismissed rumors of friction with Kohli and Rohit, stating that the team's atmosphere cannot be hidden from media scrutiny.

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