Following India’s thrilling victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium (DICS), skipper Rohit Sharma put an end to growing speculation about his future in international cricket.

“I want to clarify that I am not going anywhere, I am not retiring from this format,” Rohit stated in the post-match press conference, making it clear that he remains committed to ODI cricket.

No Retirement Plans – Rohit’s Bold Statement

During the media interaction, Rohit took the initiative to reaffirm his stance on continuing in ODIs, ensuring no false rumors circulated. He emphasized, “One more thing. I’m not retiring from this format, just to make sure that no rumors are spread moving forward.”

Unlike a typical response to a journalist’s question, this statement came as a clear declaration of intent. He further reiterated in Hindi that he has no immediate future plans regarding stepping away. “What is going on, will continue,” he remarked, hinting at his hunger and passion for the game.

Rohit Sharma’s Champions Trophy Performance & Career Milestone

Throughout the tournament, Rohit showcased his class and consistency, accumulating 180 runs and achieving a remarkable milestone by surpassing 11,000 ODI runs. With 11,168 runs in 273 ODIs at an average of 48.76, including 32 centuries and three double centuries, his contribution to Indian cricket remains significant.

Speculation on Kohli’s Future

Rohit’s statement comes amid discussions about senior players’ retirements. His decision to quit T20Is after India’s 2024 T20 World Cup victory in Barbados fueled speculation that he might step away from ODIs as well. Similarly, Virat Kohli has been rumored to consider retirement. However, Kohli silenced critics with an impressive 218-run campaign in the Champions Trophy, including a century, reaffirming his commitment to ODIs despite earlier struggles for form.

Conclusion

With this victory marking Rohit Sharma’s fourth ICC final as captain and his second title, his leadership and batting prowess remain invaluable to Team India. By shutting down retirement speculations, Rohit has reassured fans that he is here to stay, at least for now.