During the post-match press conference in Melbourne, the Indian Test captain, Rohit Sharma, downplayed any possibility of his retirement. India suffered a 184-run frustrating defeat at Melbourne, with Sharma continuing his struggle with the bat. His captaincy norms have been criticised heavily, sparking rumors that he may step down from his role. However, waving off such rumors, Rohit clarified, "I stand where I am standing today. There’s nothing to think about what has happened in the past. Obviously, few results haven’t gone our way. As a captain, yes, that is disappointing. Yes, as a batter as well, a lot of things that I am trying to do are not falling into place. But, mentally, it’s disturbing without a doubt. If you have come here, you want to successfully do what you are supposed to. If those things don’t fall in place, that’s a big disappointment." Read also: India’s WTC Hopes Dwindle After Crushing 184-Run Defeat Ravi Shastri predicts future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma During the Tea break on Day 5 of the fourth Test, former India head coach Ravi Shastri felt that Rohit may have a call, but Virat Kohli still has "3 to 4 more years" left to play. To Star Sports, he said, "As far as Rohit is concerned, it’s a call. At the top of the order, his footwork isn’t the same. He is probably, at times, a little late in meeting the ball. So it’s his call at the end of the series." Where do #RohitSharma and #ViratKohli's futures lie? @RaviShastriOfc shares his take! 🗣#AUSvINDOnStar 👉 4th Test, Day 5 LIVE NOW! | #ToughestRivalry #BorderGavaskarTrophy pic.twitter.com/nJoIhPIwQS — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) December 30, 2024 Rohit, battling poor form throughout the series, managed just 31 runs in three matches. Meanwhile, Kohli, who scored a century in Perth but faltered thereafter, has been troubled by deliveries outside off-stump.