Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja surprised everyone with their decision to quit T20 internationals after the T20 World Cup 2024 final.
In 50 overs and Test cricket, the more consistent we can be the better. The more players that can play both formats, the better for the team," said Gambhir.
There's little clarity on Ravindra Jadeja and Yuzvendra Chahal's future, with both being snubbed for the Sri Lanka tour.
BCCI on July 18 announced the squads for the upcoming Sri Lanka tour. Among the surprise omissions was Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Ravindra Jadeja is said to have reached the end of the road in terms of his ODI career, with he BCCI selection committee preferring other options.
Both Suryakumar Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja were snubbed by selectors for the ODI series against Sri Lanka, with head coach Gautam Gambhir's 'data-driven approach' reportedly playing a role.
Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja remembered his mother Lata and paid her rich tributes. He said his achievements in the filed are a tribute to her.
Laxman, who is coaching India on their tour to Zimbabwe, expressed certainty about Rohit and Kohli continuing to contribute in the longer formats.
The void left by Ravindra Jadeja could be a headache for India, considering that the veteran was equally dependable with both bat and ball.
India spinner Kuldeep Yadav believes that the stalwart trio of Rohit Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja and Virat Kohli's decision to retire from the T20I format is "personal."