Rinku Singh took to the pitch of public opinion, demanding that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma be handed the reins for the 2027 ODI World Cup. He said it would be the country’s greatest moment if the legends could lift the trophy for the first time in 16 years.
He’s not new to the spotlight—five consecutive sixes in an IPL over in 2023 lit up headlines, and he was part of the home‑soil 2026 T20 World Cup win. Yet, with only two ODIs and 48 T20Is under his belt, he feels the sting of being pigeonholed as a white‑ball specialist. He wants the cricketing community to see him as a potential Test player, citing his domestic averages across one‑dayers and four‑day matches.
The real turning point in Rinku’s career, according to him, is the learning curve of captaincy. He spent a season as vice‑captain in the IPL, gleaning tactics from Ajinkya Rahane and Sachin Tendulkar. “I’m still growing as a leader,” he said, “but I’ve already watched how the senior captains steer the team.”
Fans across the nation are rallying behind the plea. Social media buzz shows a surge of memes and messages urging the board to secure the two stars. The public sentiment is clear: if India can’t field its best, the 2011 glory will linger forever.
The next step is a confirmation from Kohli and Sharma on their World Cup availability. India’s selectors will have to weigh fitness, form, and the 2026 T20 success before finalising the squad. Whoever they choose, the country’s hopes are higher than ever.