The former star batter of the Indian side and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Mohammad Kaif, reckoned that the two veterans of the national side, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, could extend their career even past the 2027 World Cup in the format. His statement comes after the Blue Brigade’s 2-1 series victory at home against the Proteas.

Virat Kohli ended the series with 302 runs in three innings at an average of 151, having shouldered two centuries in Ranchi and Raipur before notching up an unbeaten half-century in the series decider in Visakhapatnam.

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“After scoring two back-to-back hundreds, Kohli was walking and scoring runs today and hitting shots. He was ready to score three hundreds as well. He is playing to make a statement. The intent he showed today shows that whatever doubt you have about 2027, he will go beyond that as well. Leave 2027, he will play more and without him, and Rohit, you can never win the World Cup.” Kaif expressed on his YouTube channel.

Mohammad Kaif drops bombshell on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s future

Kaif also lauded Rohit Sharma for switching back to a calm version in the series, in which he moved a step away from his ultra-aggressive self in the last two years as the 50-over captain of the side.

“Rohit never played like this before. He saw the situation and took time. He was also trying to hit boundaries every 15-20 balls. He did not look to play a cameo but a big knock. He is not the captain now. Now he is looking to play long. He is valuing his wicket a lot more now. Rohit is also showing that he can play big and can take the challenge.” Kaif addressed in the video.

“When I play freely, I know I can hit sixes. Just wanted to push my boundaries and do well. The first innings was the best this series. I hadn’t played since Australia, just the energy on the day helps take risks. That opened me up in a way I’ve not felt in a while. Must-win brings the best out of us. Happy Rohit and I can help the team even now.” The former Indian batter shed light.