# Indian cricket leadership and 2027 World Cup outlook

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-cricket-leadership-and-2027-world-cup-outlook
> Updated: 2026-10-13T22:15:49.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Former cricketer Suresh Raina expressed high confidence in the Indian national team for the 2027 ODI World Cup, suggesting their chances could reach 90 percent if Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are included in the squad. Raina highlighted the experience and trophy-winning pedigree provided by both players.

Following these remarks, former England all-rounder Samit Patel also praised the duo. Patel described Kohli as the ‘master of a chase’ and commended Rohit Sharma as a ‘powerful leader.’ Regarding the upcoming tournament to be co-hosted by South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe, Patel predicted that India, Australia, England, and South Africa would reach the semi-finals.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-13: Samit Patel praises Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

Former England cricketer Samit Patel praised Virat Kohli’s chasing ability and Rohit Sharma’s leadership, while predicting the 2027 ODI World Cup semi-finalists.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/samit-patel-praises-virat-kohli-and-rohit-sharma

### 2026-09-23: Suresh Raina predicts 90% World Cup win chance for India with Rohit and Kohli

Former cricketer Suresh Raina claims India has a 90% chance of winning the 2027 ODI World Cup if Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are included in the squad.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/suresh-raina-predicts-90-world-cup-win-chance-for-india-with-rohit-and-kohli

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