India suffered a devastating loss in the ODI World Cup final to Australia, ending their hopes of securing a third title. The defeat has left the Indian team and captain Rohit Sharma reeling with disappointment. In the midst of this heartbreak, an old video of Rohit’s daughter, Samaira, has resurfaced on social media, offering a glimmer of hope.
The video, which originally emerged a year ago, shows Samaira confidently stating, “He is in a room, he is almost positive & within one month he will laugh again.” Her words have struck a chord with fans, who are finding solace in her optimism during this difficult time.
Speculation has been rife that Rohit may no longer play T20 Internationals, as he allegedly discussed his future in the shortest format prior to the start of the 50-over World Cup. Since India’s T20 World Cup semi-final exit in November 2022, Rohit has not played a single game in the T20 format. Instead, Hardik Pandya has taken on the leadership role in T20Is.
Rohit, who is 36 years old, has an impressive record in T20Is, having played 148 matches and scored 3853 runs at a strike-rate of nearly 140, including four centuries. However, it appears that his focus has shifted away from T20Is in recent times, as he prioritized the ODI World Cup. According to a senior BCCI source, Rohit himself volunteered to stay away from T20Is, and this decision was fully supported by the chairman of selectors, Ajit Agarkar.
While the loss in the World Cup final has undoubtedly been a blow to the Indian team, the viral video of Samaira’s optimism serves as a reminder that brighter days may lie ahead. As the team reflects on their performance and considers their future, fans will eagerly await Rohit’s decision regarding his involvement in T20 Internationals.
