India, July 18 -- With polarizing news about Rohit Sharma's retirement spreading fast and Virat Kohli nearing his twilight years, former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has made a stunning comparison of the star duo with football legend Lionel Messi. Kaif opined that the way Messi's experience has been the catalyst behind Argentina reaching their second successive FIFA World Cup final, India needs Kohli and Rohit's experience for the next year's 50-over World Cup.

Will Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli play in the 2027 World Cup?

While Kohli's recent form in ODI cricket has been excellent, the sharp focus is on Rohit's declining numbers in the format since winning the Player of the Series award last year in Australia. Since then, he has muste...