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India Begins 2027 World Cup Planning as BCCI Sends Kohli, Rohit on Final England Tour
In a big news for Indian cricket, icons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are set to tour England one last time, as part of India's preparations for the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made strategic adjustments to its roadmap, prioritizing a smooth transition from experienced players to youth.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma Likely on Farewell England Tour
According to sources from the team management, both Kohli and Rohit have been informed by the BCCI about the plan to engage them in the 2026 England tour, which could be a symbolic farewell series for two of the nation's modern legends.
Neither cricketer has officially declared retirement, but this step indicates that the BCCI is readying the future leaders for the World Cup.
The move follows in-depth internal analyses of India's 2023 and 2024 tours, in which the side got close but failed to deliver in ICC events. The World Cup in 2027 is set to be jointly hosted by South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe.
The board is keen on preparing players for overseas experience under different conditions before making final squad choices.
In a press conference, a high-ranking BCCI official said, "We value what Virat and Rohit have given to Indian cricket. Their selection to the England tour is as much based on performance as mentorship. The younger batsmen will gain from their leadership and experience abroad.
Can India Build a Future-Ready World Cup Team?
As part of its larger plan, the BCCI has also made a decision to concentrate more on rotational team selection, injury management, and providing greater exposure to emerging stars in bilateral series and India A tours. Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Tilak Varma will be playing greater roles as the transition is made.
Rahul Dravid's fate as head coach is still undecided, but the board is said to be looking at long-term coaches who will be able to work hand-in-hand with the next-generation core group. A support staff overhaul is also on the cards to introduce new ideas and greater stress on data analytics and mental preparation.
With England 2026 perhaps being the last foreign trip for Kohli and Rohit in Indian jerseys, both fans and teammates will treasure this final page of an unforgettable chapter. Looking towards World Cup 2027, India's mission is clear—shape a future-proof unit with lessons from the past.