Get the latest updates on when will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma play their next match. Explore upcoming fixtures, player schedules, and insights into India’s cricket roadmap for 2025.
Cricket fans across the world are eagerly waiting to see India’s star duo, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, back in national colors. Both stalwarts have played a crucial role in shaping Indian cricket’s modern era, and their next appearance for the national side is one of the most discussed topics among fans and analysts alike. With a packed international calendar ahead, their return to international action holds significant importance for India’s preparation and performance in upcoming series.
If you’re asking “when will Virat & Rohit play their next match?” the answer is: 30th November 2025, when India take on South Africa at Ranchi in the first ODI of that series. After that, 3 Dec & 6 Dec are the follow-on games. That mean’s we have to wait for not more than a month from now.
When will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma Play their Next match!
- Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma recently returned to action in the ODI series for India national cricket team against Australia national cricket team, finishing with a strong performance in the 3rd ODI.
- Their next appearance for India in the 50-over (ODI) format is scheduled for the home series against South Africa national cricket team.
- The specific dates/venues:
- 1st ODI: 30 November 2025 at Ranchi
- 2nd ODI: 3 December 2025 at Raipur
- 3rd ODI: 6 December 2025 at Visakhapatnam (Vizag)
- They will not feature in the upcoming T20I leg of the tour, since both have retired from T20 Internationals.
- Longer-term, they remain part of the ODIs setup (pending form/fitness) and target the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Here’s a more complete outlook for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma — their upcoming major assignments and some potential domestic appearances. Note: all dates/schedules are subject to change based on selection, fitness and board decisions.
Confirmed International Schedule
Based on recent reporting:
They will feature in the 3-match ODI series vs South Africa national cricket team in India:
30 Nov 2025 (Ranchi)
3 Dec 2025 (Raipur)
6 Dec 2025 (Visakhapatnam)
Then, the 3-match ODI series vs New Zealand national cricket team in India:
11 Jan 2026 (Vadodara)
14 Jan 2026 (Rajkot)
18 Jan 2026 (Indore)
And further ahead, multiple ODI series scheduled till end 2026 (e.g., vs England national cricket team away July 2026; vs West Indies national cricket team at home Sep–Oct 2026; and others.
Potential Domestic / Other Appearances
They may play in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (India’s premier List-A domestic one-day competition) scheduled around Dec 2025 / Jan 2026. Discussion is ongoing about their participation.
Their involvement in domestic games may help maintain match-rhythm given they are now focused on ODIs (having retired from T20Is and Tests).
Look at the Next-12-Months Outlook
| Time Period | Event | Role for Kohli & Rohit |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 30 – Dec 6 2025 | India vs South Africa (3 ODIs, at home) | Both likely to play. |
| Jan 11 – 18 2026 | India vs New Zealand (3 ODIs, at home) | Both likely participants. |
| Throughout 2026 | Series vs England, West Indies, Sri Lanka, etc. | They are expected to be available. |
| Dec 2025 / Jan 2026 | Vijay Hazare Trophy (domestic) | Possible participation. |
Things to remember
Their participation is likely but not guaranteed in every match; selection, fitness, form all matter.
Schedules may be subject to change (venues, dates) by the governing board.
While they’ve retired from T20Is and Tests, they are committed to ODIs with an eye on the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup.
Domestic participation (Vijay Hazare Trophy) is still under discussion — not yet confirmed.
