IND vs NAM T20 WC: Kohli says 'an honour to be India's captain' in T20, backs Rohit to succeed

The outgoing India T20 captain backed Rohit Sharma to succeed as his successor, saying the team is in good hands.

Playing his last match as India's captain in T20s, Virat Kohli said it was an honour to be the Men-in-Blue's captain in the shorter format of the game and added that he always gave his best for the team.

The 33-year-old batter also backed Rohit Sharma to succeed as his successor, saying team is in good hands.

"It's been an honour to captain India and I've done my best. The shortest format has to give way for the longer formats. I've been grateful for the opportunity. It's time for the next lot to take the team forward. Rohit has been looking on anyway, and Indian cricket is in good hands," said Kohli after winning the toss against Namibia in the inconsequential match.

Rohit, who is Kohli's deputy in the T20 World Cup, is tipped to take the mantle of captain of the India T20I side from the upcoming shortest format matches against New Zealand at home, beginning November 17.

Ravi Shashtri is also donning India head coach's hat for the last time in this match.