Rohit Sharma: Virat Kohli Knows the Importance of the World Cup

Rohit Sharma believes Virat Kohli needs no reminder about the importance of the 2027 ODI World Cup, with the former India captain saying their conversations are focused instead on the practical aspects of winning matches and tournaments.

Kohli is set to feature in his fifth 50-over World Cup after playing in the 2011, 2015, 2019 and 2023 editions. Speaking ahead of India’s second ODI against West Indies, Rohit said Kohli’s experience means he already understands what the global tournament demands.

Rohit explained that their discussions while batting together are usually about match situations, including which bowlers to attack, when to rotate the strike and managing physical challenges during an innings. He also stressed that their shared objective has remained unchanged despite their evolving roles within the team.

“Goal, thinking for the team is pretty much the same: that we have to win the match. We have to win the World Cup, we have to win the tournament, we have to win the series,” Rohit said.

Kohli’s experience will be central to India’s preparations for the 2027 World Cup cycle.