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Will Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Be Part Of Champions Trophy In 2025? Jay Shah Drops Hint

Both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma called time on their T20I careers right after India won the T20 World Cup 2024 in Barbados. A day later, all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja also quit the shortest format at the highest level, giving a clear indication that it is now time for the young guns to showcase their potential. However, all the three players are still committed to playing ODI and Test formats for the nation. While admitting that the Indian cricket is going through a transition phase, BCCI secretary Jay Shah hinted that the likes of Virat and Rohit will be part of the Indian team in the Champions Trophy 2025.

Video: Rohit Sharma's 'Raw Emotions' As He Brings T20 World Cup Trophy Home

Exuberant fans followed their cricketing heroes despite monsoon showers and heavy security deployment as the T20 World Cup-winning Indian team returned to a euphoric reception that included every element of a lively party, here on Thursday. Hundreds of supporters, holding placards congratulating their favourites and waving the national flag, braved the inclement weather to wait outside the airport for the victorious side, which defeated South Africa by seven runs in the final in Bridgetown on Saturday last week.

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah's Tribute Video, With Virat Kohli's Audio, Gives Fans Goosebumps

India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah on Monday said he has been "living a dream" for the past few days as he expressed gratitude for the stupendous reception that he and the rest of his teammates got for winning the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean. The 30-year-old, who picked up 15 wickets in the mega-event that concluded on June 29 in Barbados, was a key figure in India's second overall and first in 17 years world trophy in the shortest format. He was adjudged Player of the Tournament for his performance.

"Was It Yuzvendra Chahal's Idea?": PM Narendra Modi's Quip On T20 World Cup Final Celebration Goes Viral - Watch

During the interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India skipper Rohit Sharma revealed that spin duo Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav suggested the distinctive walk at the podium to receive the T20 World Cup trophy to make the moment memorable. When PM Modi mentioned Rohit's distinctive walk saying, "I noticed two extreme things in which I could see emotion. When you are going to collect the trophy..." To which Rohit added, "It was such a huge moment for all of us. We all have been waiting for this for years. So, the boys told me 'Don't go just like that, do something different..." The Prime Minister jokingly asked, "Was it Chahal's idea?". Rohit replied "Chahal and Kuldeep" with a laugh around the room. Interestingly, Rohit Sharma's unique walk up to the podium is similar to the way Argentina legend Lionel Messi received the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.

Team India's T20 World Cup Victory Parade In Mumbai Live Streaming And Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

The T20 World Cup winning Indian cricket team has already arrived in the nation with the trophy. Rohit Sharma and Co. first landed in New Delhi early on Thursday after taking a charter flight from Barbados. The team received a rousing reception by the crowd from the IGI Airport to the hotel where the players were set to freshen up. What followed was a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. After this the players left for Mumbai, where a victory parade is set to take place. Here are the details of it -

Shubman Gill Reveals New Opening Partner For 1st T20I vs Zimbabwe. It's Not Ruturaj Gaikwad

Shubman Gill, India's captain for the five-match T20I tour of Zimbabwe, has confirmed that he will be opening the batting with his Punjab state-mate Abhishek Sharma, while Ruturaj Gaikwad will bat at number three in the series opener at the Harare Sports Club on Saturday. With the next edition of the T20 World Cup to be hosted by India and Sri Lanka in 2026, the T20Is against Zimbabwe mark the beginning of a new two-year journey for the current world champions in the shortest format. “Abhishek will open with me, and Ruturaj will play at number three. Rohit bhai and Virat bhai had opened in the World Cup, and I also open (the innings) in the T20s. So, I think I would like to open in the T20s,” said Gill in the pre-match press conference.

"Told Rohit Sharma I Don't Have Enough Confidence": Virat Kohli's Honest Revelation To PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the T20 World Cup-winning Indian team on Thursday in New Delhi. Star batter Virat Kohli, who was named 'Player of the Match' for his 76-run knock, opened up on his form in the tournament.

"Jo Gaali De Rahe Hain...": India Star Reveals How Hardik Pandya Dealt With Booing

After months of criticism and trolling, India vice-captain Hardik Pandya finally found his night of reckoning and glory as he helped India win the T20 World Cup last week in Barbados. Prior to the tournament, Hardik was brutally targetted by fans owing to his poor form in IPL 2024, and also over the fact that he replaced Rohit Sharma as captain of the Mumbai Indians (MI). Under Hardik's leadership, MI finished the season bottom of the points table.

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Will Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Be Part Of Champions Trophy In 2025? Jay Shah Drops Hint

Video: Rohit Sharma's 'Raw Emotions' As He Brings T20 World Cup Trophy Home

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah's Tribute Video, With Virat Kohli's Audio, Gives Fans Goosebumps

"Was It Yuzvendra Chahal's Idea?": PM Narendra Modi's Quip On T20 World Cup Final Celebration Goes Viral - Watch

Team India's T20 World Cup Victory Parade In Mumbai Live Streaming And Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Shubman Gill Reveals New Opening Partner For 1st T20I vs Zimbabwe. It's Not Ruturaj Gaikwad

"Told Rohit Sharma I Don't Have Enough Confidence": Virat Kohli's Honest Revelation To PM Narendra Modi

"Jo Gaali De Rahe Hain...": India Star Reveals How Hardik Pandya Dealt With Booing