Not because of ego, but because of numbers, fans, and pressure. Rohit just smashed a century at Lord’s at 39; and Ashwin says if you even think of dropping them, ‘the roof will break down.’ That’s not hype. That’s reality. Imagine the headlines if either sat out: fans would riot, sponsors would panic, and the board would scramble. Ashwin’s not just talking cricket; he’s naming the unspoken rule of modern Indian ODI cricket. They’re not just players. They’re the brand. The pressure, the legacy, the crowds; they carry it all. And as long as they want to play? No one dares say no. Even in defeat, Rohit reminded everyone: he’s still the king of chases. And Ashwin? He’s just the messenger of what everyone already knows.