Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli all set to be forced by the BCCI to play in the India A series against Australia A

In what has been the latest development, as per the reports in Hindustan Times, it is learned that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are all set to feature in the unofficial ODI series between India A and Australia A, which will take place later this month and next. 

Since both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are active only in the ODIs, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) wants them to get ready for the Australia tour, where India will be playing a three-match ODI series and a five-match T20I series during their long tour. 

The reports also claimed that Virat Kohli will be travelling to India soon for the fitness tests. There were some reports which claimed that he underwent fitness tests in London, where he currently stays with his wife and two young kids. 

The unofficial ODI series between India A and Australia A begins on 30th September. The second and the third games are scheduled to be played on October 3 and I respectively. All the games will be played at the Green Park in Kanpur. 

Following that, the ODI series against Australia is all set to begin on 19th October. Both the batters are expected to be part of the squad with Rohit Sharma leading the side. The unofficial series, no doubt, will help both the batters to prepare for the series. 

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli last played competitive cricket during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025

Both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli last played competitive cricket during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. While the Mumbai indians batter hammered 418 runs, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter slammed 657 runs and helped his team win the title. 

Their last outing for India came during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Rohit Sharma won the Man of the Match in the final as he played an innings of 76 runs in the final against New Zealand. While Virat Kohli was the second run-getter for India with over 200 runs.

FAQS 

Q) When will Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli next play for India?

A) Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are next expected to play for India in the ODI series against Australia. 

Q) When did Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli last play for India? 

A) Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's last outing for India came during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.