Rohit Sharma announces Test retirement amid sacking rumours

In a surprising development, Rohit Sharma has announced his immediate retirement from Test cricket. The decision follows reports that the 38-year-old had been removed as captain of the Test team ahead of India's upcoming tour of England, set to begin in June.

A key meeting was held in Mumbai on Tuesday, amid growing scrutiny over Rohit's recent form. His poor run with the bat during the Test series against New Zealand and Australia is said to have contributed to India's struggles, with the team losing six out of eight matches.

Thank you, Captain 🫡🫡

End of an era in whites!@ImRo45 bids adieu to Test cricket. He will continue to lead India in ODIs.

We are proud of you, Hitman 🫡🫡 pic.twitter.com/azlpZFWdhn

— BCCI (@BCCI) May 7, 2025

Rohit Sharma's announcement

The 'Hitman' announced his decision via an Instagram story post where he said, "Hello everyone, I would just like to share that I am retiring from Test cricket. It’s been an absolute honour to represent my country in whites. Thank you for all the love and support over the years. I will continue to represent India in the ODI format."

Rohit Sharma's Insta story

Fans react

Many fans took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to speak about the sudden retirement he took, that too via Instagram. However, the majority of the posts were wishing him well and stating that he would be missed.

One said, "He will always be known for his elegant shots. A great player who will always be missed.."

Rohit Sharma retires from Test cricket 🇮🇳

He will always be known for his elegant shots

A great player who will always be missed..#RohitSharma𓃵 #TestCricket pic.twitter.com/MgPQ4qLc7x

— Ravi Kumar Sinha (@ravikumarsinha_) May 7, 2025

Another said, "expect my shock when the first thing I saw as soon as logged in is that ROHIT SHARMA RETIRED FROM TEST CRICKET"

expect my shock when the first thing i saw as soon as logged in is that ROHIT SHARMA RETIRED FROM TEST CRICKET

— 𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙖 (@sushiluvbot) May 7, 2025

One added, "it's a tough day for Rohit Sharma fans. the hitman hanging up his test boots marks the end of an era. please be kind - emotions are raw, hearts are heavy. don't poke the bear when it's nursing a wound".

it's a tough day for rohit sharma fans. the hitman hanging up his test boots marks the end of an era. please be kind - emotions are raw, hearts are heavy. don't poke the bear when it's nursing a wound.

Jai Rohit Sharma 🙏😭😔 pic.twitter.com/njc2fBGXyM

— desi sigma (@desisigma) May 7, 2025

Rohit Sharma's record as India Test captain

Rohit Sharma took over the Test captaincy from Virat Kohli in 2022. Under his leadership, the Men in Blue played 24 Test matches, winning 12 and losing 9. Notably, he guided the team to the World Test Championship (WTC) final in 2023, where they were defeated by Australia in the title clash. 

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