Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are two such legendary players of the Indian team that whenever they come on the field, their fans flock to them. Even though both have retired from Test or T20 matches, whenever they enter the field for ODI, the opposing team starts sweating.
From the South Africa series to the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Virat and Rohit had shown that even though they are not playing Tests and T20s, they have not forgotten to score runs in ODIs. In such a situation, the year 2026 is going to be very special for both of them. Both the star batsmen will be seen playing in countries like New Zealand, Sri Lanka and England in the year 2026.
2026 is going to start with a strong team like New Zealand. Yes, the New Zealand team is going to come to India very soon. There is a 3-match ODI series between India vs New Zealand, which starts from January 11. Seeing Virat and Rohit against New Zealand will be no less than a wonderful moment for the fans.
11 January 2026 – Vadodara
14 January 2026 – Rajkot
18 January 2026 – Indore
After New Zealand, Virat and Rohit can be seen playing against Afghanistan. Afghanistan will tour India in the month of June, where a three-match ODI series will be played. However, the date and ground for this series have not been announced.
After June, the Indian team will go on a tour of England in July. The Indian team will play a three-match ODI series with England. Virat and Rohit are going to be thoroughly tested on the fast pitch of England. Both have excellent statistics against England. The match will be played in England from 14 July to 19 July 2026.
After the England tour, the Indian team will welcome West Indies at their home. Three ODIs will be played between these two countries between September-October. Everyone will be keeping an eye on Virat and Rohit regarding the home series. Apart from this, at the end of the year, the Indian team will also go to New Zealand and Sri Lanka for three ODI matches each.
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