Gautam Gambhir, head coach, with team's premier batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma (BCCI Photo)
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Moneycontrol14-01-2026, 10:59

Rohit-Virat World Cup Plans: Batting Coach Dispels Fallout Rumors, Cites Gambhir Talks

  • Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak addressed rumors about Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's future for the ODI World Cup 2027 in South Africa.
  • Kotak stated that both players actively discuss their plans, match strategy, and team's approach with head coach Gautam Gambhir.
  • He emphasized their professionalism, dedication to fitness, and commitment to the Indian team's success, despite playing only one international format.
  • Kohli and Rohit were India's top run-scorers in ODIs last year, with Kohli scoring 651 runs and Rohit 650 runs.
  • The duo, affectionately called 'Ro-Ko', continue to perform strongly, including recent Vijay Hazare Trophy appearances.

Why It Matters: Batting coach confirms Rohit and Virat are actively involved in World Cup planning with Gambhir, dispelling fallout rumors.

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