Sun Jan 12 07:09:19 UTC 2025: ## Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s Test Futures Uncertain Amidst Poor Form

**Mumbai, India – January 12, 2025** – The future of Indian cricket legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in Test matches hangs in the balance, according to sources close to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The BCCI selection committee, headed by Ajit Agarkar, met on Saturday to discuss the pair’s performance following their underwhelming showing in the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Rohit Sharma’s dismal form, with only 164 runs in his last eight Tests and a paltry 31 runs in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, has raised serious concerns. While Sharma has publicly stated his intention to continue playing, sources suggest the selection committee is far from convinced, citing his declining performance as a key factor. The decision on his future will ultimately rest with the selectors.

Virat Kohli’s future, meanwhile, is reportedly intertwined with the performance of young batsman Shubman Gill. While selectors are also concerned about Kohli’s recent form (approximately 190 runs in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy), Gill’s failure to firmly establish himself as a consistent replacement for Kohli has cast a shadow over the senior player’s prospects. The committee will closely monitor Gill’s progress before making a final decision on Kohli’s Test career.

Both Kohli and Gill underperformed in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with Gill managing only 93 runs across five innings. The five-month delay until the next Test series against England will give the selection committee time to carefully evaluate the situation before making any announcements. The meeting also saw the announcement of the Indian T20I squad for the upcoming series against England.

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