New Delhi: The deliberations on India’s roadmap for the 2027 World Cup are “not meant for public consumption”, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia said in an interview to PTI, refusing to be drawn into any discussion on individual players and their much-speculated future in the team.
Veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli dominate the chatter whenever there is any talk around the Indian team’s 2027 global campaign, but Saikia is categorical that “strategic discussions in the board room” are best left inside.
While both former skippers are determined to play the mega-event, chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar and head coach Gautam Gambhir have been non-committal on whether the squad will have space for the white-ball legends.
Strategic discussions and squad compositions remain closely guarded behind closed doors. The focus is on finding the right balance of experience and fresh talent.
The selection committee has been assessing a narrowed-down core group of players to figure out the best balance of endurance and technical skill for the 50-over format.
The board has planned to increase bilateral and One Day International (ODI) schedules leading up to the marquee event in South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe to give key players ample game time.
Starting 2027, the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be moved to a March 10–May 15 window. This adjustment ensures that players are not subjected to extreme summer heat and fatigue ahead of international commitments.
