Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are currently playing only One-Day Internationals (ODIs) after stepping away from other formats. The veteran duo announced their T20I retirements in June 2024 and later retired from Test cricket in May 2025.
According to PTI, the BCCI urged Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to participate in at least three to four matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand in January.
With six rounds of domestic one-day games scheduled between India’s South Africa and New Zealand series, the selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, made it clear that all centrally contracted players must play domestic cricket when fit.
— Kushan Sarkar (@kushansarkar) November 12, 2025
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Expected to Feature in Vijay Hazare Trophy
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are expected to feature in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy to maintain match fitness. According to The Indian Express, the BCCI informed both players that participation in domestic cricket is mandatory if they wish to continue representing India in ODIs.
Rohit Sharma Confirms Availability; Virat Kohli’s Participation Still Uncertain
The report added that Rohit Sharma confirmed his participation in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy and informed the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) of his availability. He also expressed interest in featuring in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 tournament starting on November 26.
The former India captain last played in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Delhi back in February 2010 against Services. The BCCI is hoping Kohli will also make himself available for domestic cricket to maintain match fitness.
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