Overview
- A clip from the Reliance Foundation's United in Triumph event shows Rohit Sharma smiling as Jay Shah addressed him as 'our captain.'
- Shah cited Sharma leading India to the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy, ending the team's long wait for ICC titles.
- The praise reflected recognition of past success rather than a reinstatement, with Shubman Gill appointed ODI captain in October 2025 for 2027 planning.
- Sharma has retired from T20Is and Tests, with Suryakumar Yadav and Gill taking over captaincy duties in those formats.
- Rohit is expected to play as a specialist batter in the three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11.