Rohit Sharma has announced his retirement from Test cricket. There has been persistent media speculation that India intend to replace Rohit as Test captain after a poor run of results last year. The Indian Express reported in recent days that the selectors were eager to move in a different direction for the upcoming England series, which fueled this speculation. On Wednesday, Rohit made his announcement, announcing that he would continue to play ODI cricket for India. “Hello everyone I would just like to share that I am retiring from Test cricket. It’s been an absolute honour to represent my country in whites,” Rohit wrote. “Thank you for all the love and support over the years. I will continue to represent India in the ODI format.”
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Rohit retires with 4,301 runs to his name at an average of 40.57 from 67 Tests, including 18 fifties and 12 hundreds. His 2021 year was up there with his best in Test cricket, hitting a memorable 161 against England in Chennai before displaying good technique in tricky conditions in England later that year.
Things turned sour for Rohit as opener and captain in 2024. He averaged just 10.93 across eight matches against Bangladesh, New Zealand and Australia. Also, India lost 3-0 in remarkable fashion to New Zealand at home under his leadership, followed by a 3-1 defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The fact that Rohit did not play in the final game at the SCG stoked speculation that he might have played his final Test. Twitter Reactions: Rohit Sharma says goodbye to Test cricket
Thank you to Rohit Sharma Despite the sour ending, it was a Test career filled with some wonderful highlights. Fans and pundits praised Rohit Sharma for his contributions in Test cricket, especially when he was able to adjust in different conditions a few years ago.
Test cricket requires perseverance, character, and grit. Brotherman, you gave it everything and yet made it look effortless. From a quiet fighter to a leader at the top, your journey in whites has been special. Proud of you, go well, @ImRo45,” wrote Yuvraj Singh on X, formerly Twitter.
Here are some other reactions praising Rohit in Test cricket, including from current and former players.
