Former Indian cricketer Yograj Singh has expressed disappointment over the Test retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, stating that legendary players should continue playing until the age of 50. His remarks come after both stalwarts announced their departure from red-ball cricket, leaving a significant void in the Indian Test squad.
Yograj Singh’s Take on Retirement
- Loss for Indian Cricket: Yograj Singh believes that Virat and Rohit still had a lot of cricket left in them, emphasizing their importance in guiding young players.
- Team Stability Concerns: He warned that a team full of youngsters may struggle, drawing parallels to India’s 2011 transition phase, when several senior players retired.
- Motivation Factor: Yograj suggested that Rohit Sharma needed daily motivation, comparing him to Virender Sehwag, who he believes retired too early.
- Virat’s Perspective: He speculated that Kohli might feel he has nothing more left to achieve, leading to his decision to step away from Test cricket.
Impact on Indian Cricket & Future Outlook
With India set to face England in a five-match Test series starting June 20, the absence of Kohli and Rohit raises concerns about experience and leadership in the squad. However, Yograj Singh remains hopeful that India’s young talent will rise to the occasion.
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