# Rahane tells BCCI to give Rohit clear World Cup assurance

2026-08-09T03:20:53+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk

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Ajinkya Rahane has urged the BCCI to give Rohit Sharma a firm commitment that he will play the 2027 ODI World Cup, instead of assessing him series by series. Speaking after retirement, Rahane said uncertainty hurts a big player’s rhythm and mindset. The debate flared during India’s recent England tour after a media report claimed Rohit might retire. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia and Rohit himself dismissed that report, but fresh speculation says selectors are divided on including the veteran in the World Cup squad. Rahane insisted that if Rohit wants to play, there should be no further discussion about his place.

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