Rumors of retirement loom over Indian cricket stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli ahead of the final Sydney Test. With both players facing declining form, selectors may have tough decisions. Pressure mounts on Rohit, who has struggled significantly, while Kohli still shows flashes of brilliance despite performance issues. The outcomes of their careers hang in balance.
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