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Ravichandran Ashwin backs the BCCI's decisions regarding Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's ODI futures, emphasising long-term planning for the 2027 World Cup. He suggests domestic tournaments like the Vijay Hazare Trophy are crucial for the veterans to prove their commitment and form, while also endorsing Shubman Gill's captaincy for future leadership grooming.

Sunil Gavaskar has advised Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to play the Vijay Hazare Trophy to stay match-ready for the 2027 ODI World Cup. With Rohit turning 40 and Kohli 37 by then, Gavaskar warned that limited international fixtures may not give the veteran duo enough practice. He also hinted their Australia tour availability is influenced by India’s World Cup final loss.