After a string of setbacks as captain in ICC events, Rohit Sharma is set to embark on a new chapter with the upcoming series against South Africa. Despite facing criticism, Rohit led India to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup in 2022 and secured a spot in the ICC World Test Championship final and the ODI World Cup summit clash in 2023.

The ICC World Cup in 2023 saw India's impressive run halted by Australia in a low-scoring final. Following this, with Suryakumar Yadav leading in T20Is against Australia, questions arise about Rohit's T20I captaincy. The BCCI aims to persuade Rohit to continue leading in T20Is, even though he reportedly expressed reluctance. If he agrees, Rohit could lead India in the build-up to the next T20 World Cup, with considerations for rest during ODIs to prioritize formats with upcoming global tournaments.

The BCCI source noted, "If Rohit leads in T20Is, he might take rest to freshen up for Tests. It will be decided by the sports science team." As India looks to shape its future captaincy, Rohit's decision could significantly impact the team's strategy for upcoming tournaments.