The upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2025-26, India’s premier Listing A event, is ready to start on December 24, 2025, and it has turn out to be the focus of debate concerning the match health of two of India’s greatest stars: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
With each gamers having stepped away from Checks and T20Is, the BCCI and the nationwide workforce administration have reportedly issued a agency directive: to stay in rivalry for the Indian ODI workforce—and doubtlessly the 2027 World Cup—participation in home 50-over cricket is necessary. The response from the 2 legends, nonetheless, is at the moment break up.
Rohit Sharma confirms availability for Mumbai ?
Reviews have confirmed that Rohit has knowledgeable the Mumbai Cricket Affiliation (MCA) of his availability for the VHT, which kicks off on December 24. This proactive resolution aligns with the BCCI’s directive for gamers to keep up match health within the 50-over format, particularly in the course of the small window between India’s ODI sequence in opposition to South Africa and New Zealand. Rohit’s dedication is seen as a robust assertion of his give attention to the 2027 ODI World Cup cycle.
Virat Kohli’s participation doubtful
In distinction, there’s nonetheless no readability on Kohli’s participation. Sources point out that the Delhi & District Cricket Affiliation (DDCA) has not but acquired official communication from the star batter, maintaining his state workforce and followers guessing. The selectors, led by Ajit Agarkar, have made it clear that the rule is non-negotiable for all gamers, no matter stature.
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A protracted hiatus: The final time Rohit and Kohli appeared in Vijay Hazare Trophy
A glance again at their earlier appearances highlights simply how lengthy each gamers have prioritized nationwide duties over their state one-day facet.
PlayerLast VHT AppearanceGap Earlier than Present Season (Approx.)Final Match DetailsRohit Sharma2018-19 Season7 YearsPlayed for Mumbai within the semi-final in opposition to Hyderabad on October 17, 2018. Mumbai went on to win the title.Virat Kohli2009-10 Season16 YearsCaptained Delhi in opposition to Companies on February 18, 2010. Delhi gained by 113 runs.
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