Tue Dec 17 02:28:56 UTC 2024: ## Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Face Retirement Calls After String of Test Losses
**Adelaide, Australia –** The recent devastating loss in the Adelaide Pink Ball Test has intensified calls for the retirement of Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma and star batsman Virat Kohli. Their recent poor performance, coupled with India’s whitewash against New Zealand and subsequent test defeats, has led to growing criticism of their abilities.
Both Sharma and Kohli have struggled significantly in recent Test matches. While Kohli managed a century in Perth, his overall performance has been underwhelming, with a lack of substantial scores. Sharma’s form has been equally concerning, with only one half-century in his last 12 innings.
This slump in form has cast a shadow not only on their individual careers but also on Sharma’s captaincy. Experts are now suggesting that their continued presence in the team is hindering India’s performance.
While both players have already retired from T20 cricket, they have expressed a desire to continue playing ODIs and Tests. Their focus remains on winning the World Test Championship and the Champions Trophy. However, their recent performances raise serious questions about their ability to achieve these goals.
To salvage their careers and India’s chances in these upcoming tournaments, experts suggest a complete shift in approach. They urge Sharma and Kohli to treat every upcoming match as their last, exhibiting unwavering commitment and determination. Only a significant turnaround in performance and leading India to victory in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy can quell the growing calls for their retirement and keep their hopes of winning the coveted ICC trophies alive.
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