Former cricketer Aakash Chopra weighed in on speculations about Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s ODI future after the Champions Trophy final. Addressing the rumours, Chopra shared his perspective on whether the two stalwarts will retire from the format.

Aakash Chopra has selected his playing XI for the Champions Trophy, featuring Mohammed Shami, Matt Henry, Varun Chakravarthy, and Mitchell Santner as key bowlers. Notably, Virat Kohli is confirmed for the number 3 spot,

In a video on his YouTube channel, Chopra said that if the duo decide to hang on, the coming two years aren't going to be easy for them by any means. With the ODI World Cup scheduled to be held in 2027, deciding the future course of action isn't going to be an easy task.

Aakash Chopra believes India winning the toss in their Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia could be decisive, as Rohit Sharma's luck with the coin continues to be a concern ahead of the crucial knockout clash in Dubai.

India faces New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final Sunday in what can be deemed a new-age rivalry. While India’s clashes against Pakistan, Australia and England have attracted more attention, this matchup with the Black Caps has slowly been bubbling under the surface.

India reaching the final of the Champions Trophy 2025 has made Rohit Sharma reaching the team for the sixth time in the final of an ICC event. The post IND vs NZ Champions Trophy 2025 final: Rohit Sharma’s record of leading the team in ICC events appeared first on Cricket Country.