This Could Be His Last ICC Trophy” – Suresh Raina on Rohit Sharma Ahead of 2025 Champions Trophy.

Former cricketer Suresh Raina believes that India captain Rohit Sharma might be playing his final ICC event at the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. With the next major ICC tournaments scheduled for 2027 (excluding the T20 World Cup), Raina feels the 37-year-old may not continue as skipper beyond this cycle. Raina pointed out that Rohit has…


This Could Be His Last ICC Trophy” – Former Cricketer’s Bold Statement on Veteran Indian Batter Ahead of 2025 Champions Trophy.

Former cricketer Suresh Raina believes that India captain Rohit Sharma might be playing his final ICC event at the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. With the next major ICC tournaments scheduled for 2027 (excluding the T20 World Cup), Raina feels the 37-year-old may not continue as skipper beyond this cycle.

Raina pointed out that Rohit has a golden opportunity to secure his fourth ICC trophy if he leads India to Champions Trophy glory. The veteran batter already guided India to the 2024 T20 World Cup title, adding to his illustrious achievements.

Speaking on Star Sports’ Game Plan (via Mid-Day), Raina emphasized Rohit’s importance as a batter in the upcoming tournament:

“This could be his last ICC trophy as captain, and if he wins, he will become the first Indian player to win four ICC trophies. He has already won the T20 World Cup, and securing the Champions Trophy would be a remarkable achievement. He will be motivated to make it happen, but scoring runs will be crucial for him.”

Raina Praises Rohit’s Captaincy and Tactical Acumen

The 2011 World Cup winner lauded Rohit’s leadership, highlighting his ability to bring the best out of his bowlers and strategize effectively in white-ball cricket.

“Rohit Sharma is an attacking captain. The way he utilizes his bowlers is commendable—bringing in Mohammad Shami at crucial moments and strategically using spinners. When Rohit scores runs, it also reflects in his captaincy.”

Notably, Rohit was India’s second-highest run-scorer at the 2023 ODI World Cup, finishing just behind Virat Kohli.

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“His Approach Will Remain the Same” – Raina on Rohit’s Aggressive Batting

Raina further urged Rohit to stick to his aggressive batting style, which has been a defining trait of his ODI performances in recent years.

“I think Rohit should play aggressively. You saw how he batted in the ODI World Cup—he was attacking even in the final. So, I believe his approach will remain the same. The key question is who will open alongside him—will it be Shubman? I remember, whenever they play together, they maintain an aggressive intent.”

Raina also highlighted Rohit’s improved strike rate since the 2023 ODI World Cup, where he scored 597 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate of nearly 120, cementing himself as one of India’s most impactful ODI batters.

Rohit Sharma will next be seen in action during the three-match ODI series against England, starting in Nagpur on Thursday, February 6.