Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma Pose with T20 World Cup 2024 Trophy | Source: X.com
Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli saw a massive rise in their T20I rankings post-retirement. The duo retired after their victorious campaign in the T20 World Cup 2024, and their stellar performances during the tournament elevated their rankings.
In the final against South Africa, Kohli earned the player of the match award with his outstanding 76 from 59 balls. Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma was brilliant throughout India’s group stage, their Super 8 encounters and semi final against England.
Virat Kohli climbed 7 spots to end his career ranked 40th in the ICC batter’s rankings. Meanwhile, India captain Rohit Sharma moved up 2 places to finish at 36th. Kohli moved up 7 spots in the rankings despite an overall disappointing tournament.
After early wickets of Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Suryakumar Yadav, Kohli steadied the innings with a gritty knock of 76 runs off 59 balls. His effort earned him the player of the match award in his farewell T20I game.
