Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have limited matches and time left as international cricketers. At the fag ends of their careers, we won’t be watching them in Team India jerseys for long. That’s why it’s important to savour every moment of the remainder of their international careers.
In the 2010s, Rohit and Kohli used to play dozens of games. In fact, from 2017 to 2019, both played over 120 matches. In this decade, the numbers have been slowly decreasing. Neither has played over 40 matches in a year in the 2020s. Last year, they played just 14 matches.
How many ODIs will Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma play in 2026?
The same trend will continue in 2026. Having retired from T20Is in 2024 and Tests in 2025, Rohit and Kohli are one-format players. And the format they play, ODIs, is the least watched at present. In fact, they have been credited for keeping 50-over cricket afloat.
That’s why Rohit and Kohli will be in action for just 18 days or 18 ODIs in 2026. This number might just decrease if either of them is injured, unavailable or rested. So, it’s best for Indian cricket fans to enjoy every bit of cricket that they play. Because you know when it stops.
India’s ODI schedule in 2026
| Series | Matches | Dates | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand tour of India | 3 | January 11, 14 and 18 | Vadodara, Rajkot and Indore |
| Afghanistan tour of India | 3 | June | Yet to be decided |
| India tour of England | 3 | July 14, 16, and 19 | Birmingham, Cardiff and London |
| West Indies tour of India | 3 | September – October | Yet to be decided |
| India tour of New Zealand | 3 | November | Yet to be decided |
| Sri Lanka tour of India | 3 | December | Yet to be decided |
