Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s ODI future remains the hottest issue of discussion these days. Both have already said goodbye to Test and T20 formats and now only play ODI cricket. Meanwhile, there were reports that the Australia tour to be held in October this year could probably prove to be the last ODI chapter of his international career, but the latest information from within the board has put a stop to it.

What is BCCI’s strategy?

According to BCCI sources, no immediate decision will be taken on the future of these two players. The entire focus of the board is currently on the T20 Asia Cup to be held in August. The proposed tour of Bangladesh has also been canceled, so India’s next ODI will be held in the three -match series with Australia. This series will be played from 19 to 25 October. After that, three ODIs are also to be played against South Africa on domestic soil in November.

BCCI broke silence on the news of farewell

Recently, it was claimed in the media that the BCCI is going to hold a farewell match for Rohit and Kohli in Sydney on 25 October. A senior BCCI source made it clear that there has been no discussion about this so far. He also said that the board never hurry in taking decisions in emotional and sensitive matters, especially when the players have such a big fan base.

ODI records of both giants

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have scored 83 centuries and more than 25,000 runs in ODI cricket. By 2027 ODI World Cup, Rohit will be 40 and Kohli will be 39 years, in such a situation the question is arising whether both will be able to play international ODI for so long. Sources say that if both of them made a concrete plan, they will share it with the selection committee and board officials, as they did before the England Test series started.

Recent cricket and preparations

Both players last played the Champions Trophy in Dubai for India and won India. In that tournament, Kohli scored a century while performing brilliantly in the league match against Pakistan, while Rohit scored a half -century in the final. Both have not played any competitive match since IPL 2025. Kohli is currently living in London and recently a video of him was revealed while doing indoor net practice. From this, it can be guessed that Kohli has now started preparing. At the same time, Rohit Sharma was also in England on holiday after IPL and recently returned to Mumbai. Hopefully they will also start practice soon.

Schedule before Vijay Hazare Trophy

Vijay Hazare Trophy is going to be played from 24 December 2025 to 18 January 2026. Before that, India will play a total of six ODIs against Australia and South Africa. Three list A matches of 50 overs will be played between India A and South Africa A amid South Africa series. These matches will be held in Rajkot on 13, 16 and 19 November. It is believed that Rohit and Kohli can play 2-3 matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy if they want, but this decision will depend on the preference of the selection committee and the players.

ODI Century Record: Even though the matches are ending quickly in this era of T20 and franchise cricket, the thrill of ODI cricket and its importance is still intact. It is not easy to score a century in ODIs, and the players who do this feat again and again make a special place in cricket history.

Virat Kohli remains at the top of the list of such players. The Indian batsman has held the record of scoring the most 51 centuries in ODI cricket. He achieved this historical achievement in the Champions Trophy match against Pakistan, where he not only scored a century but also won the team by hitting the same ball.

Virat Kohli (India) – 51 centuries

Match- 302

Run- 14,181

Best Score- 183

Virat Kohli’s ODI career is an example. Kohli has scored 51 centuries in his career. He never stopped scoring runs since debuting in 2008. His fitness, running Bitveen the wickets and the art of match finish make him a great batsman.

Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 49 centuries

Match- 463

Run- 18,426

Best Score- 200 unbeaten

Sachin Tendulkar, who is called the ‘God of Cricket’, has ruled ODI cricket for almost two decades. His name is 49 centuries. He was the first player to score a double century by scoring an unbeaten 200 runs in ODIs.

Rohit Sharma (India) – 32 centuries

Match- 273

Run- 11,168

Best Score- 264

‘Hitman’ Rohit Sharma has given a new height to ODI cricket. He has scored a total of 32 centuries in his career. Not only this, it is not less than a wonder to have three double centuries in the name of the same player.

Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 30 centuries

Match- 375

Run- 13,704

Best Score- 164

The ODI career of Ponting, who won two World Cups to the former Australian captain and his team, has been unmatched. He has a brilliant 30 centuries in his name. Ponting used to fall under the category of tremendous batsmen of his time.

Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) – 28 centuries

Match- 445

Run- 13,430

Best Score- 189

The aggressive batting of Sanath Jayasuriya of Sri Lanka changed the meaning of powerplay in ODI cricket. He is counted among the most dangerous batsmen as an opener. In his brilliant career, Jayasuriya has scored 28 centuries.