Rohit Sharma Returns to Domestic Cricket for World Cup Prep

Rohit Sharma confirms participation in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Mumbai, focusing on preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Unclear if Virat Kohli will join.

Rohit Sharma will represent Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for the 2026-27 season, with the tournament commencing in December. Sharma has informed the Mumbai Cricket Association of his availability following India's ODI series against Sri Lanka. This domestic stint is viewed as valuable match practice ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.

The league phase of the Vijay Hazare Trophy is scheduled from December 14 to 29, with knockout matches to follow in early January. Sharma's availability after the Sri Lanka ODIs, which run from December 13 to 19, means he can join Mumbai for the latter part of the league stage.

Sharma's return to domestic cricket has also brought speculation regarding Virat Kohli's potential participation in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. While there is no current confirmation about Kohli's plans, there is hope he might play for Delhi, as he did last season.

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