India, Aug. 15 -- Since announcing their Test retirements and leading India to Champions Trophy glory, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli haven't featured in any international match. The pair have already retired from T20Is, and there have already been question marks over their ODI future too.

But former India cricketer Suresh Raina feels the pair are crucial to India's ODI setup, as the pair can guide the younger players too.

Speaking to Telecom Asia Sport, he said, "Rohit and Virat's experience is very important. It's crucial for the seniors to stay involved with the juniors. Shubman (Gill) has done really well, but he needs players like Virat and Rohit."

"They have won the Champions Trophy, they have won the World Cups. Virat won the last...