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Rohit Sharma's 2027 dream vs selectors' Jaiswal plan - Big calls for West Indies ODIs
The Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee is currently under the spotlight as they meet to finalize India's ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against the West IndiesAccording to the article, former India captain Rohit Sharma's place and future in ODI cricket are under discussion as the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee meets to select the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against the West Indies.
Age & World Cup Aspirations: At 39, questions persist about whether he will play in the 2027 ODI World Cup across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
Strong Recent Performance:
In 2026, Rohit accumulated 379 runs in nine ODI innings at an average of 42.11 and a strike rate over 99. During the series decider against England at Lord's, he scored 138 off 110 balls (including 17 fours and 5 sixes) in a 388-run chase, becoming the first Indian batter to score an ODI century at the venue.
Earlier in the home series against Afghanistan, he scored 16, 48, and 79.
Leadership Transition: The selectors named Shubman Gill as India's ODI captain in October 2025—just months after Rohit led the team to the Champions Trophy title in March—though BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia subsequently affirmed that Rohit remains part of India's ODI plans.