Rohit likely in VHT 2025; no clarity on Kohli as BCCI wants India duo to play domestics: Report

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma [Source: AFP]

In a significant development, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has made it clear to both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma that they must participate in domestic cricket to be picked for the national ODI side. Rohit and Kohli recently featured in a three-match ODI series against Australia, which India lost by 2-1. While Rohit looked in sublime touch, Kohli bounced back with a valiant fifty after registering consecutive ducks in the first two matches. 

Rohit ready to play Vijay Hazare Trophy; no clarity on Virat Kohli yet

According an exclusive report by the Indian Express (Express Sports), the BCCI has communicated its stance to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, asking both of them to play domestic cricket in order to stay match-fit. 

While Rohit Sharma has informed the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) that he will play the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy and could also participate in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 tournament, Virat Kohli's availability for the domestic matches is yet to be known. 

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