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In a significant announcement, BCCI secretary Jay Shah has confirmed that Rohit Sharma will continue to lead the Indian cricket team in the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 and the World Test Championship in 2025. This declaration comes on the heels of Rohit’s successful captaincy during the T20 World Cup 2024, where India emerged victorious under his leadership. Shah expressed his confidence in Rohit’s capabilities and believes that India will secure wins in both the WTC Final and the Champions Trophy under his captaincy.
Following India’s triumph in the T20 World Cup 2024 held in the USA and West Indies, Rohit Sharma retired from the T20 format, leaving a lasting mark on Indian cricket. The victory marked an end to India’s 11-year ICC title drought, showcasing Rohit’s prowess as a captain. Shah commended the efforts of the entire team, including star players like Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Hardik Pandya, for their outstanding performances during crucial moments of the final match.
Looking ahead, India is set to participate in the Champions Trophy, scheduled to take place in Pakistan in February-March 2025. While Shah has confirmed India’s presence in the tournament, the decision on traveling to the neighboring country rests with the cricket board. Additionally, the Indian team is currently leading the points table for the World Test Championship, with Australia closely trailing behind. With upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, New Zealand, and Australia, India is eyeing a spot in the final of the two-year WTC cycle.
The journey for India’s cricket stars continues as they gear up for their tour of Sri Lanka, slated to commence later this month. Senior players are expected to focus on Test and ODI formats in the coming months, as they aim to maintain their winning momentum and bring more glory to Indian cricket.
