Ex-India cricketer Harbhajan Singh says the national ODI team selection for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should be based on performance and fitness rather than age. He argues that both players can still be significant contributors, provided they remain fit for the demands of international cricket and the lead-up to major tournaments.
Harbhajan’s comments focus on form and physical readiness, with the expectation that their current role in the ODI side depends on maintaining those standards. Both outlets report he frames the debate around selecting players who can deliver consistently, suggesting that age should not automatically determine inclusion. He also draws a comparison to Lionel Messi, using it to underline that sustained fitness and performance are key factors for continued selection at the highest level.
While the wording differs slightly between outlets, the core message is the same: Kohli and Rohit should be considered on merit—performance in matches and their ability to stay fit—rather than on their seniority.
