Will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma play Vijay Hazare Trophy?

Overview

• As per reports, Virat Kohli will play in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025/26 after the conclusion of the ODI series against South Africa
• He might take part in two of Delhi's matches scheduled against Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat in Bengaluru
• There is also a likelihood of Rohit Sharma potentially playing for Mumbai in the Indian domestic 50-over format

Amidst Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma taking part in the ODI series against South Africa, there are things fans can expect more from them in the upcoming days. As per reports, Virat will play in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025/26 after the conclusion of the ODI series against South Africa.

Virat might take part in two of Delhi's matches scheduled against Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat, which are scheduled to take place on December 24 and 26, respectively in Bengaluru. There is also a likelihood of Rohit Sharma potentially playing for Mumbai in the Indian domestic 50-over format.

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Over the last few weeks, there have been several rumors about the two veterans. Some of them are bad and pained the duo in the legative light, as if to claim they are not interested to be a part of the Vijay Hazare Trophy. The duo might well address these rumors by making themselves available for the Indian Domestic 50-over competition.

India's ODI schedule after the series against South Africa

After the ODI series against South Africa, India will play a series against New Zealand, which will have 3 ODIs and 5 T20Is. After that, India isn't scheduled to play an ODI for at least 4-5 months. Hence, it might be important for the duo to take part in the Vijay Hazare Trophy to have some game time.

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Given that the ODI World Cup is less than two years away, there is a need for the veterans to be in form. In fact, they have been two of the best performers for India in 2025. One must not be surprised if Virat and Rohit end up playing for Delhi and Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.