As the excitement from the recent ODI series against New Zealand fades, Indian cricket fans eagerly anticipate the next opportunity to witness the legendary duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma play together in One Day Internationals (ODIs). With both players having retired from T20Is and Test matches, their participation in ODIs has become significantly rarer.
Kohli and Sharma ODI Reunion: Upcoming Matches and Full Roadmap
Virat Kohli recently celebrated a significant milestone by scoring his 54th ODI century during the match in Indore. However, with India’s cricket schedule now transitioning towards T20s and red-ball formats in the early part of the year, fans are left wondering when they can next see the iconic “Ro-Ko” partnership in action.
Upcoming Events and Matches
- T20 World Cup 2026: February-March
- IPL 2026: March-May
- India vs. Afghanistan ODI Series: June 2026
- England Tour: July 2026
Details of the Upcoming Matches
The T20 World Cup, scheduled to take place in early 2026, will be hosted by India and Sri Lanka. However, neither Kohli nor Sharma will participate since they retired from the T20 format following the 2024 tournament.
Fans can expect to see both players during the IPL 2026 season, although they will compete against each other, each leading their respective franchises. Therefore, the international reunion of Kohli and Sharma will not occur during this period.
Potential Reunion: India vs. Afghanistan
The most anticipated return of the duo is set for June 2026, when India will host Afghanistan for a three-match ODI series. This series is crucial for India’s preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup, and both players are likely to be included in the squad.
Although specific dates and venues have yet to be finalized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), this series is marked as a pivotal moment for Kohli and Sharma to rejoin the international squad.
Blockbuster Tour: India vs. England
The next significant challenge after the Afghanistan series will be in July 2026, when India tours England for a three-match ODI series. This tour is expected to be a high-stakes event, with matches played at some of the most famous cricket venues in the world.
As fans prepare for this upcoming ODI reunion, they will eagerly look forward to witnessing the incredible partnership that has shaped Indian batting history.
