Rohit Sharma Drops a Bombshell: Retires from Tests, But Delivers a Big Surprise That Fans Will Love

In a moment that left Indian cricket fans stunned, Rohit Sharma officially announced his retirement from Test cricket. But just as hearts began to sink, the Hitman gave his followers a reason to cheer—he’s not done yet.

Rohit Sharma’s Emotional Farewell to Test Cricket

On Wednesday, May 7, Rohit shared a heartfelt message on social media. Alongside a picture of his cherished Test cap, the Indian skipper wrote:

“Hello everyone, I want to tell you that I am retiring from Test cricket. It has been a great honor to represent the country in white clothes. Thank you for the love and support you guys have given me for so many years. I will continue to play in the ODI format.”

With that, Rohit closed the chapter on a 12-year-long Test journey filled with remarkable highs and hard-fought battles.

The Good News That Followed

Just when fans thought it was the end of an era, Rohit dropped a major positive update—he’s not hanging up his boots entirely.

The Hitman will continue playing ODI cricket and has set his sights on the 2027 World Cup. After falling heartbreakingly short in the 2023 final, Rohit seems determined to chase the trophy one last time.

Rohit Sharma’s Test Legacy

• Matches: 67
• Runs: 4301
• Average: 40.57
• Centuries: 12
• Half-Centuries: 18
• Double Centuries: 1
• Fours: 473
• Sixes: 88

From a flamboyant stroke-maker to a dependable Test opener, Rohit’s evolution in red-ball cricket has been truly inspiring.

A Farewell, Not a Goodbye

Rohit may have stepped away from Tests, but the fire still burns. Fans can now look forward to more white-ball brilliance, as he gears up to lead India's next charge in ODIs.