Age just a number for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma as 2027 WC still possible for them: Tim Southee | Cricket News
Stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma can extend their careers till the 2027 ODI World Cup if the two Indian superstars continue their age-defying batting efforts, feels New Zealand pace great Tim Southee. Kohli, retired from T20Is and Tests, has been in imperious touch, scoring back-to-back hundreds against the visiting South Africa in the ongoing three-match ODI series, while Rohit also underlined his form with a century and fifty in the last three outings. “Kohli is arguably the best ever one-day batsman and if he’s still performing then why not,” Southee, who is leading Sharjah Warriorz, told select media on the sidelines of the fourth season of the ILT20 here. “Rohit (too) had scored 100 some days ago in Australia, so they’re still performing. So, as long as they’re still performing and still contributing to the side then I believe age is only a number,” he added. With both batters set to be around 39 during the 2027 World Cup in South Africa, their future remains a hot talking point. “I guess that’s their decision, …
