Aakash Chopra believes Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli erred by retiring from Test cricket, suggesting their ODI careers might also be nearing an end. He argues that ODIs offer less pressure and fewer opportunities to stay motivated compared to the challenges and consistent engagement provided by Test cricket.
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