MS Dhoni no-nonsense take on Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s participation in 2027 ODI World Cup (AFP/File Photo)
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Moneycontrol04-02-2026, 11:02

MS Dhoni on Rohit, Kohli's 2027 World Cup: 'Age is not a criterion'

  • MS Dhoni asserts that age should not be a factor for selection in the 2027 ODI World Cup for players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
  • Dhoni emphasizes that performance and fitness are the primary criteria for international cricket selection.
  • He highlights the importance of experience, especially for high-pressure situations in tournaments like the World Cup, which often comes with age.
  • Dhoni advocates for treating all players equally, regardless of age, with selection based solely on performance and fitness.
  • The discussion comes amidst ongoing speculation about the future of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in international cricket, particularly the 50-over format.

Why It Matters: MS Dhoni stresses that performance and fitness, not age, should determine Rohit and Kohli's 2027 World Cup participation.

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