India, Feb. 23 -- Rohit Sharma's retirement was once again speculated as former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar reckoned the India captain is unlikely to be part of the 2027 ODI World Cup. The comment came on the eve of India's blockbuster game against arch-rival Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy. It will be India's second game as part of a Group A fixture, with the team eyeing a semifinal berth.

Speaking to ESPNCricinfo, Manjrekar ruled out the possibility of Rohit playing in the Indian team for the ODI World Cup two years later and reckoned the Champions Trophy could be the final tournament of his career. Hence, he wanted the 37-year-old to play with a free mind against Pakistan, not from the perspective of a "swansong" but in ter...