Goa, June 27 -- Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar believes India's selectors should prioritise the team's long-term future rather than rely on established stars when planning for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Speaking ahead of India's ODI series against England, Manjrekar said Rohit Sharma would not be his preferred choice for the World Cup squad, despite the veteran opener's recent return to the national team.

Rohit has been included in India's squad for the three-match ODI series against England after scoring 143 runs in three matches against Afghanistan at an average of 47.67. However, Manjrekar argued that with the World Cup still more than a year away, India should invest in younger players capable of serving the team for several more ...