‘Prove you’re serious!’: R Ashwin tells Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to play domestic cricket to stay in 2027 World Cup plans

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.