TL;DR: Former Aussie skipper Michael Clarke predicts that the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 could mark the last Test series in Australia for Indian legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Under pressure after a poor run against New Zealand, the duo needs to deliver big or face the prospect of retirement from Test cricket. 🏏⏳
Endgame for Kohli & Rohit? 🛑🇮🇳
Indian cricket fans are in for a shocker as whispers of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma potentially hanging up their Test boots have surfaced. 🤯 According to ex-Aussie captain Michael Clarke, the iconic duo might call it quits if they fail to impress in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting November 22.
Both stars are under scrutiny after a disastrous home series against New Zealand, where they managed a combined total of just 184 runs in 6 innings. Kohli’s average was a shocking 15.50, while Rohit barely edged past with 15.16. 😬📉
Clarke’s Bold Take 🎙️🔥
Clarke didn’t mince his words when discussing their form. Speaking to ESPNCricinfo, he hinted that retirement, not a benching, awaits if the duo flops Down Under. “If it’s their last time here, it won’t be because they’re dropped—it’ll be retirement,” Clarke said. 🛑
But hold up—Clarke also backed them to thrive in Australian conditions. 🇦🇺
Rohit Sharma, the captain, is known for his proficiency against fast bowling, especially with his fearless hook shots. 💪🔥
Virat Kohli? He’s a beast in Australia, averaging 50+ in 13 Tests with over 600 runs under his belt. 🐐🇮🇳
What’s at Stake? 💥🏆
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is not just another series. It’s a legacy showdown!With Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood gunning for Indian wickets, the stakes are sky-high. 🎯💨
Clarke’s take:
Rohit may get a captain’s cushion if his form falters. 🧢
Kohli’s decade-long dominance could buy him extra patience. 🌟
Still, Clarke was clear: no runs, no future. "Every cricketer knows the talk starts when you aren’t performing. But for Test cricket’s sake, I hope they both fire!" 💬
Why Fans Are Losing It 😱
Kohli-Rohit duo retiring? That's two of the biggest names in Indian cricket possibly bowing out together! 💔
Social media is already buzzing with #ThankYouKohli and #ThankYouRohit posts, anticipating what could be the end of an era. 📲
What’s Next? 🌟
The series kicks off in Perth, and all eyes will be on Virat and Rohit to see if they can silence the critics. 🤞 If they rise to the occasion, fans may get to see more of their Test brilliance. If not, this could be their farewell tour in the whites. 🏏👋
💬 Do you think Kohli and Rohit should retire if they flop? Or do they still have more to give? Comment below! 👇
