Rohit Sharma Breaks Silence On Retirement After Leading India To Champions Trophy 2025 Title
India clinched the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 title by defeating New Zealand by four wickets in the final at Dubai, with skipper Rohit Sharma playing a crucial role in the chase. Amid widespread speculation about his future in ODI cricket, the 37-year-old captain put all retirement rumors to rest, stating that he has no immediate plans to step away from the format.
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“I am not going to retire from this format. Just to make sure no rumours are spread moving forward. Koi future plan hai nahi, jo chal raha hai chalega (there is no future plan, whatever is going on will continue as it is),” Rohit said during the post-match press conference.
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Rohit also highlighted the hunger and dedication of the experienced players in the team, emphasizing how their presence positively influences the younger generation. “We have five to six players who are real stalwarts. It makes the job easier for all of us,” he added.
A Record-Breaking Knock in the Final
Leading India’s chase of 252 runs, Rohit Sharma delivered a captain’s knock, scoring a brilliant 76 off 83 balls, including seven fours and three sixes, at a strike rate of 91.56. This was Rohit’s first-ever half-century in an ICC event final, adding to his legacy in international cricket.
With this knock, Rohit has now accumulated 322 runs across 11 innings in nine ICC event finals, averaging 32.20. His 76 against New Zealand is now his highest score in any ODI final, surpassing his 66 against Australia in the Commonwealth Bank series final in 2008.
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By scoring 50-plus in the ICC Champions Trophy final as captain, Rohit joins the elite company of Sourav Ganguly (117 vs New Zealand, 2000), Sanath Jayasuriya (74 vs India, 2002), and Hansie Cronje (61* vs West Indies, 1998).
With this victory, India adds another ICC trophy to their cabinet, and with Rohit Sharma confirming his availability in ODIs, fans can expect more memorable performances from the veteran opener.