India extended their dominance in U19 ODI World Cup by lifting their record sixth title on Friday (Feb 6) after beating England by 100 runs in the 2026 U19 ODI World Cup final in Harare, Zimbabwe. India skipper Ayush Mhatre, after the win, was speechless and said that he just wanted to carry on the legacy of Rohit Sharma (2024 T20 World Cup) and Harmanpreet Kaur (2025 Women's ODI World Cup). Batting first, India U19 scored a mammoth 411/9 in 50 overs, thanks to 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's breathtaking 80-ball 175. In reply, England U19 were bowled out for 311, losing their second consecutive final and that too to India.<h2>India skipper Ayush Mhatre reacts to U19 World Cup trophy win</h2>"I can't express my feelings but it's a memorable night for us. The boys have played really well. What goals we set, they executed very well. They played their natural game so I am very happy," Mhatre said. "We just wanted to carry forward the legacy. Rohit Sharma won the World Cup, Harmanpreet also and now we have won it," he added.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/t20-world-cup-2026-attack-on-national-team-sl-reminds-pak-of-2009-terror-attack-asks-to-reconsider-india-match-boycott-1770345581353">T20 WC 2026 | SL reminds PAK of 2009 terror attack, asks to reconsider boycott</a>Speaking Sooryavanshi's innings, Mhatre acknowledged: "We have no words for his innings. We know he is a fabulous batsman and he's shown in this match what he can do." He also thanked "the support staff, they way they have hustled for the last many months."<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ind-u-19-vs-eng-u-19-wc-final-will-mharte-join-kohli-kaif-meet-india-s-u19-odi-world-cup-winning-captains-1770348683317">Mhatre joins elite list of India captains with U19 World Cup trophy win</a></h2>Mhatre, after leading India to U-19 World Cup trophy win, joined the likes of Virat Kohli and Mohammed Kaif in the elite list. Kaif was the first Indian captain to U19 ODI World Cup in 2000. Virat Kohli was next in 2008 followed by Unmukt Chand in 2012, Prithvi Shaw in 2018, Yash Dhull in 2022.

Ayush Mhatre, after the win, was speechless and said that he just wanted to carry on the legacy of Rohit Sharma (2024 T20 World Cup) and Harmanpreet Kaur (2025 Women's ODI World Cup).

India extended their dominance in U19 ODI World Cup by lifting their record sixth title on Friday (Feb 6) after beating England by 100 runs in the 2026 U19 ODI World Cup final in Harare, Zimbabwe. India skipper Ayush Mhatre, after the win, was speechless and said that he just wanted to carry on the legacy of Rohit Sharma (2024 T20 World Cup) and Harmanpreet Kaur (2025 Women's ODI World Cup). Batting first, India U19 scored a mammoth 411/9 in 50 overs, thanks to 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's breathtaking 80-ball 175. In reply, England U19 were bowled out for 311, losing their second consecutive final and that too to India. India skipper Ayush Mhatre reacts to U19 World Cup trophy win "I can't express my feelings but it's a memorable night for us. The boys have played really well. What goals we set, they executed very well. They played their natural game so I am very happy," Mhatre said. "We just wanted to carry forward the legacy. Rohit Sharma won the World Cup, Harmanpreet also and now we have won it," he added. Also Read: T20 WC 2026 | SL reminds PAK of 2009 terror attack, asks to reconsider boycott Speaking Sooryavanshi's innings, Mhatre acknowledged: "We have no words for his innings. We know he is a fabulous batsman and he's shown in this match what he can do." He also thanked "the support staff, they way they have hustled for the last many months." Mhatre joins elite list of India captains with U19 World Cup trophy win Mhatre, after leading India to U-19 World Cup trophy win, joined the likes of Virat Kohli and Mohammed Kaif in the elite list. Kaif was the first Indian captain to U19 ODI World Cup in 2000. Virat Kohli was next in 2008 followed by Unmukt Chand in 2012, Prithvi Shaw in 2018, Yash Dhull in 2022.

Ayush Mhatre, after the win, was speechless and said that he just wanted to carry on the legacy of Rohit Sharma (2024 T20 World Cup) and Harmanpreet Kaur (2025 Women's ODI World Cup).

U-19 ODI World Cup | 'Wanted to carry forward legacy': India skipper Mhatre remembers Rohit's T20 WC and Harman's Women's WC win

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs in T20 World Cup history. This list also includes Yuvraj Singh, MS Dhoni and Gautam Gambhir

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs in T20 World Cup history. This list also includes Yuvraj Singh, MS Dhoni and Gautam Gambhir

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From Babar Azam to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters with most fifties in T20Is. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, Mohammad Rizwan and David Warner

From Babar Azam to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters with most fifties in T20Is. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, Mohammad Rizwan and David Warner

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From Tillakaratne Dilshan to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters with most fours in T20 World Cup history. This list also includes Mahela Jayawardene, Virat Kohli and David Warner

From Tillakaratne Dilshan to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters with most fours in T20 World Cup history. This list also includes Mahela Jayawardene, Virat Kohli and David Warner

Meet top 5 batters with most fours in T20 World Cup history

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026. This list also includes Daryl Mitchell, Ibrahim Zadran and Shubman Gill

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026. This list also includes Daryl Mitchell, Ibrahim Zadran and Shubman Gill

Daryl Mitchell tops latest ICC ODI batting rankings 2026, check where Rohit Sharma stands

From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters with most centuries in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Sanath Jayasuriya

From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters with most centuries in One Day Internationals. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Sanath Jayasuriya

Meet top 5 batters with most ODI centuries

From Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya, here is a look at five active Indian batters with most ODI ducks. The unfortunate list also features the likes of Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami. 

From Rohit Sharma to Hardik Pandya, here is a look at five active Indian batters with most ODI ducks. The unfortunate list also features the likes of Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Shami.&nbsp;

Meet 5 active Indian batters with most ODI ducks ft Virat Kohli

From Yuvraj Singh to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five Indian players with most Player of the Match awards in international cricket. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Sourav Ganguly

From Yuvraj Singh to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five Indian players with most Player of the Match awards in international cricket. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma and Sourav Ganguly

Meet top 5 Indian players with most Player of the Match awards in international cricket

From Rohit Sharma to Harmanpreet Kaur here is a look at five sports personalities honoured with Padma Awards ahead of India’s 77th Republic Day. The list features the likes of Vijay Amritraj, Savita Punia and legendary wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili.

From Rohit Sharma to Harmanpreet Kaur here is a look at five sports personalities honoured with Padma Awards ahead of India’s 77th Republic Day. The list features the likes of Vijay Amritraj, Savita Punia and legendary wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili.

From Rohit Sharma to Harmanpreet Kaur, 5 sports personalities honoured with Padma Awards

Five Indian batters rule the T20 World Cup six-hitting charts with power and consistency, smashing over 150 massive sixes combined and showing how India has always dominated the game with fearless and match-winning batting.


Five Indian batters rule the T20 World Cup six-hitting charts with power and consistency, smashing over 150 massive sixes combined and showing how India has always dominated the game with fearless and match-winning batting.

Meet 5 Indian batters with most sixes in T20 World Cup

Legendary Indian cricket duo Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur have been honoured with the Padma Shri award, the nation’s fourth-highest civilian award, for their excellent service in the sport. In an announcement made by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday (Jan 25) on the eve of India’s 77th Republic Day, Rohit and Harmanpreet were awarded the prestigious honour. The list also saw Vijay Amritraj, former tennis player, awarded with Padma Bhushan for his services to the sport.<h2>Rohit, Harmanpreet awarded with Padma Shri</h2>Having enjoyed a sensational 2025, Rohit led the Indian men’s cricket team to Champions Trophy 2025 glory in the UAE in March. Months later, on November 2, India’s women’s team scripted history as they won the ODI World Cup for the first time, with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur playing a key role. While being the captain of the Indian cricket team, Rohit has forged great numbers, losing just one match in the last three ICC tournaments. &nbsp;Under Rohit’s captaincy, India had previously won the 2024 T20 World Cup and were runners-up in the 2023 ODI World Cup and World Test Championship (WTC).&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;Harmanpreet’s success comes after she helped India win their maiden Women’s ODI World Cup. The Women in Blue beat South Africa in the final while beating record champions Australia in the semis. Harmanpreet has also won the Women’s Premier League (WPL) twice, doing so with the Mumbai Indians in 2023 and 2025.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a><h2>Vijay Amritraj awarded with Padma Bhushan</h2>On the other hand, legendary tennis player Vijay Amritraj was awarded the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award, for his services to the game. Amritraj, who defeated greats of the game like Bjorn Borg, Jimmy Connors and John McEnroe amongst elites, led India to two Davis Cup runner-up finishes in 1974 and 1987. His career high ATP rank of No.16 is the highest for any player in the singles circuit. Amritraj was a two-time quarterfinalist at Wimbledon in 1973 and 1982, while also reaching the same feat at the US Open in 1973 and 1974.&nbsp;Elsewhere, &nbsp;Indian women’s hockey goalkeeper Savita Punia, Baldev Singh, Bhagwandas Raikwar, K Pajanivel, and Praveen Kumar will all be given Padma Shris. Meanwhile, deceased Georgian wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili will receive the Padma Shri posthumously.

In an announcement made by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday (Jan 25) on the eve of India’s 77th Republic Day, Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur were awarded the prestigious honour. 

Legendary Indian cricket duo Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur have been honoured with the Padma Shri award, the nation’s fourth-highest civilian award, for their excellent service in the sport. In an announcement made by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday (Jan 25) on the eve of India’s 77th Republic Day, Rohit and Harmanpreet were awarded the prestigious honour. The list also saw Vijay Amritraj, former tennis player, awarded with Padma Bhushan for his services to the sport. Rohit, Harmanpreet awarded with Padma Shri Having enjoyed a sensational 2025, Rohit led the Indian men’s cricket team to Champions Trophy 2025 glory in the UAE in March. Months later, on November 2, India’s women’s team scripted history as they won the ODI World Cup for the first time, with skipper Harmanpreet Kaur playing a key role. While being the captain of the Indian cricket team, Rohit has forged great numbers, losing just one match in the last three ICC tournaments. Under Rohit’s captaincy, India had previously won the 2024 T20 World Cup and were runners-up in the 2023 ODI World Cup and World Test Championship (WTC). ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli Harmanpreet’s success comes after she helped India win their maiden Women’s ODI World Cup. The Women in Blue beat South Africa in the final while beating record champions Australia in the semis. Harmanpreet has also won the Women’s Premier League (WPL) twice, doing so with the Mumbai Indians in 2023 and 2025. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds Vijay Amritraj awarded with Padma Bhushan On the other hand, legendary tennis player Vijay Amritraj was awarded the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award, for his services to the game. Amritraj, who defeated greats of the game like Bjorn Borg, Jimmy Connors and John McEnroe amongst elites, led India to two Davis Cup runner-up finishes in 1974 and 1987. His career high ATP rank of No.16 is the highest for any player in the singles circuit. Amritraj was a two-time quarterfinalist at Wimbledon in 1973 and 1982, while also reaching the same feat at the US Open in 1973 and 1974. Elsewhere, Indian women’s hockey goalkeeper Savita Punia, Baldev Singh, Bhagwandas Raikwar, K Pajanivel, and Praveen Kumar will all be given Padma Shris. Meanwhile, deceased Georgian wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili will receive the Padma Shri posthumously.

In an announcement made by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday (Jan 25) on the eve of India’s 77th Republic Day, Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur were awarded the prestigious honour.&nbsp;

Republic Day 2026: Rohit Sharma, Harmanpreet Kaur honoured with Padma Shri award; Vijay Amritraj receives Padma Bhushan

From Rohit Sharma to Babar Azam, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in T20 Internationals. This list also includes Virat Kohli, Jos Buttler and Paul Stirling

From Rohit Sharma to Babar Azam, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in T20 Internationals. This list also includes Virat Kohli, Jos Buttler and Paul Stirling

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in T20Is

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here is a look at five active batters with most international hundreds. The list also features the likes of Joe Root, Steve Smith and Kane Williamson after the list was updated with Virat scoring his 83rd hundred. 

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here is a look at five active batters with most international hundreds. The list also features the likes of Joe Root, Steve Smith and Kane Williamson after the list was updated with Virat scoring his 83rd hundred.&nbsp;

Meet 5 active batters with most international hundreds ft Virat Kohli

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five batters with most runs for single IPL franchise. The illustrious list also features the likes of MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina and AB de Villiers. 

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five batters with most runs for single IPL franchise. The illustrious list also features the likes of MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina and AB de Villiers.&nbsp;

Meet 5 batters with most runs for single IPL franchise ft Virat, Rohit

From Chris Gayle to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters with most sixes in T20 World Cup history. The list also includes Jos Buttler, David Warner and Virat Kohli

From Chris Gayle to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters with most sixes in T20 World Cup history. The list also includes Jos Buttler, David Warner and Virat Kohli

Meet top 5 batters with most sixes in T20 World Cup history

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with most ODI runs since 2000. The honourable list also features the legendary names like MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh. 

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with most ODI runs since 2000. The honourable list also features the legendary names like MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh.&nbsp;

Meet 5 Indian batters with most ODI runs since 2000 ft Virat Kohli

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in T20 World Cup history. This list also includes Mahela Jayawardene, Jos Buttler and David Warner

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in T20 World Cup history. This list also includes Mahela Jayawardene, Jos Buttler and David Warner

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in T20 World Cup history

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with most fifties in IPL. The honourbale list also features the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul and Suresh Raina. 

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with most fifties in IPL. The honourbale list also features the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul and Suresh Raina.&nbsp;

Meet 5 Indian batters with most fifties in IPL ft Virat, Rohit

The last time India played in a T20 World Cup, they lifted the trophy under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy in 2024. India beat South Africa in the final, ending a long wait for an ICC title. With that win, Rohit became only the second Indian captain after MS Dhoni to win the T20 World Cup. Now in 2026, things are different. Rohit, who retired from T20Is after the 2024 victory, will not be part of the upcoming T20 World Cup starting in February and will instead watch from outside the team.&nbsp;Speaking on JioHotstar’s show ‘Captain Rohit Sharma’s Roadmap for T20 World Cup’, Rohit said it would feel strange to watch the tournament from home. He explained that he had played in every T20 World Cup since the beginning, so missing one feels different. While watching regular T20 matches does not affect him much, missing a World Cup makes the reality sink in.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We were talking about this at home, that it will be strange watching it from home, especially the T20 World Cup. From the time it started until now, I have been part of every World Cup, so it will feel different. When I watch the team playing T20 games, the feeling of missing out isn’t as much. But when you miss a World Cup, the reality really sinks in. That’s when you realise you’re not going to be part of it. So it will be a little weird. However, I will be somewhere in the stadium. It won’t be the same and it will be a different experience, but I’m actually looking forward to it. It will be quite amazing,” Rohit said on JioHotstar’s ‘Captain Rohit Sharma’s Roadmap for T20 World Cup’ show.&nbsp;&nbsp;India will also miss Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in this edition, as both retired from T20Is on the same day as Rohit after the 2024 triumph. This time, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team. Under his leadership, India have won over 72 per cent of their T20I matches.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-upholds-bangladesh-s-demands-reassures-no-changes-in-t20-world-cup-schedule-1769003244672">ICC upholds Bangladesh's demands, reassures no changes in T20 World Cup schedule</a>&nbsp;Rohit also shared his thoughts on the current Indian squad. He said that the players understand each other well, which will help the team moving forward. According to him, most of the squad has stayed the same for the past two years, with around 80-90 per cent of the players continuing from the last T20 World Cup.&nbsp;“When I watch the matches, I feel there is a strong sense of understanding within the team, developed through playing together. One positive aspect is that almost all of them are of a similar age, apart from a few exceptions. Otherwise, I think the average age is probably close to 25, which is always good, because you have to have a lot of discussions, a lot of open conversations and also some hard conversations when you are heading into a World Cup, as the only aim is to win it. For that, if you have to take certain hard calls where someone you play with, even a close friend, might feel bad, it should be okay. So I think it is very important to create that kind of relationship among players,” Rohit added.

India will also miss Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in this edition, as both retired from T20Is on the same day as Rohit after the 2024 triumph. This time, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team. Under his leadership, India have won over 72 per cent of their T20I matches. 



The last time India played in a T20 World Cup, they lifted the trophy under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy in 2024. India beat South Africa in the final, ending a long wait for an ICC title. With that win, Rohit became only the second Indian captain after MS Dhoni to win the T20 World Cup. Now in 2026, things are different. Rohit, who retired from T20Is after the 2024 victory, will not be part of the upcoming T20 World Cup starting in February and will instead watch from outside the team. Speaking on JioHotstar’s show ‘Captain Rohit Sharma’s Roadmap for T20 World Cup’, Rohit said it would feel strange to watch the tournament from home. He explained that he had played in every T20 World Cup since the beginning, so missing one feels different. While watching regular T20 matches does not affect him much, missing a World Cup makes the reality sink in. “We were talking about this at home, that it will be strange watching it from home, especially the T20 World Cup. From the time it started until now, I have been part of every World Cup, so it will feel different. When I watch the team playing T20 games, the feeling of missing out isn’t as much. But when you miss a World Cup, the reality really sinks in. That’s when you realise you’re not going to be part of it. So it will be a little weird. However, I will be somewhere in the stadium. It won’t be the same and it will be a different experience, but I’m actually looking forward to it. It will be quite amazing,” Rohit said on JioHotstar’s ‘Captain Rohit Sharma’s Roadmap for T20 World Cup’ show. India will also miss Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in this edition, as both retired from T20Is on the same day as Rohit after the 2024 triumph. This time, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team. Under his leadership, India have won over 72 per cent of their T20I matches. Also Read - ICC upholds Bangladesh's demands, reassures no changes in T20 World Cup schedule Rohit also shared his thoughts on the current Indian squad. He said that the players understand each other well, which will help the team moving forward. According to him, most of the squad has stayed the same for the past two years, with around 80-90 per cent of the players continuing from the last T20 World Cup. “When I watch the matches, I feel there is a strong sense of understanding within the team, developed through playing together. One positive aspect is that almost all of them are of a similar age, apart from a few exceptions. Otherwise, I think the average age is probably close to 25, which is always good, because you have to have a lot of discussions, a lot of open conversations and also some hard conversations when you are heading into a World Cup, as the only aim is to win it. For that, if you have to take certain hard calls where someone you play with, even a close friend, might feel bad, it should be okay. So I think it is very important to create that kind of relationship among players,” Rohit added.

India will also miss Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja in this edition, as both retired from T20Is on the same day as Rohit after the 2024 triumph. This time, Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team. Under his leadership, India have won over 72 per cent of their T20I matches.

Ex- India skipper Rohit Sharma says 'quite amazing' on missing T20 World Cup 2026

As soon as Suryakumar Yadav walked out for toss in the first T20I vs New Zealand at VCA Stadium in Nagpur on Wednesday (Jan 21), he joined an exlusive list of Indian players Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya with 100+ T20I matches for India.

As soon as Suryakumar Yadav walked out for toss in the first T20I vs New Zealand at VCA Stadium in Nagpur on Wednesday (Jan 21), he joined an exlusive list of Indian players Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya with 100+ T20I matches for India.

History made at toss: Surykumar joins exclusive list of Indian players

The ICC has released the latest rankings for the top batters in January 2026, and Indian veteran Virat Kohli, who held the number one spot in the lead-up to the New Zealand ODIs, has been replaced. Check out the top five as of January 21, 2026.

The ICC has released the latest rankings for the top batters in January 2026, and Indian veteran Virat Kohli, who held the number one spot in the lead-up to the New Zealand ODIs, has been replaced. Check out the top five as of January 21, 2026.

Meet top 5 highest-ranked ODI batters in January 2026; Kohli no longer no. 1

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will not play an ODI for India again until at least June 2026, with the senior duo set to return to action in national colours only after the Indian Premier League and India’s T20 commitments are completed. After the end of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand on Sunday (Jan 19), both players will step away from international duty for a few months.&nbsp;&nbsp;India now shifts its focus to the shortest format, starting with a five-match T20I series against New Zealand. This will be followed by the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, where India’s campaign begins on February 7. Since Rohit and Kohli retired from T20 internationals in 2024, they will not be part of these matches.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-5-indian-batters-with-most-odi-runs-in-jan-2026-shocking-harshit-rana-ahead-of-rohit-shreyas-1768817699385">Meet 5 Indian batters with most ODI runs in Jan 2026: SHOCKING! Harshit Rana ahead of Rohit, Shreyas</a>&nbsp;Their next competitive cricket will come in the IPL, which runs from March 26 to May 31. Kohli will turn out for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where he will aim to help the team defend its title. Rohit, on the other hand, will lead the Mumbai Indians in their hunt for a sixth IPL trophy. The league will be their only on-field action before a possible return to ODIs for India.&nbsp;According to the Future Tours Program for 2023–27, India’s next ODI assignment is expected to be a three-match series against Afghanistan in June. However, the exact schedule is yet to be confirmed by the cricket boards. If that series goes ahead as planned, it will mark the return of Kohli and Rohit to the Indian ODI side after a gap of several months.&nbsp;Following the Afghanistan series, India is scheduled to tour England for three ODIs and five T20Is. Later in the year, India will also host West Indies for a white-ball series. These matches are seen as important steps in building the team ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.&nbsp;Despite their reduced playing time, the Indian team management continues to back Kohli and Rohit as key players in the ODI setup. Their experience, consistency, and ability to perform in pressure situations remain crucial for the team’s long-term plans. Both players are expected to play central roles in shaping India’s campaign for the next 50-over World Cup.

India’s senior players are set for a short break from ODIs as the team shifts focus to upcoming tournaments and league cricket, with their return expected later in the year as plans for the future take shape.


Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will not play an ODI for India again until at least June 2026, with the senior duo set to return to action in national colours only after the Indian Premier League and India’s T20 commitments are completed. After the end of the three-match ODI series against New Zealand on Sunday (Jan 19), both players will step away from international duty for a few months. India now shifts its focus to the shortest format, starting with a five-match T20I series against New Zealand. This will be followed by the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, where India’s campaign begins on February 7. Since Rohit and Kohli retired from T20 internationals in 2024, they will not be part of these matches. Also read | Meet 5 Indian batters with most ODI runs in Jan 2026: SHOCKING! Harshit Rana ahead of Rohit, Shreyas Their next competitive cricket will come in the IPL, which runs from March 26 to May 31. Kohli will turn out for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where he will aim to help the team defend its title. Rohit, on the other hand, will lead the Mumbai Indians in their hunt for a sixth IPL trophy. The league will be their only on-field action before a possible return to ODIs for India. According to the Future Tours Program for 2023–27, India’s next ODI assignment is expected to be a three-match series against Afghanistan in June. However, the exact schedule is yet to be confirmed by the cricket boards. If that series goes ahead as planned, it will mark the return of Kohli and Rohit to the Indian ODI side after a gap of several months. Following the Afghanistan series, India is scheduled to tour England for three ODIs and five T20Is. Later in the year, India will also host West Indies for a white-ball series. These matches are seen as important steps in building the team ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup. Despite their reduced playing time, the Indian team management continues to back Kohli and Rohit as key players in the ODI setup. Their experience, consistency, and ability to perform in pressure situations remain crucial for the team’s long-term plans. Both players are expected to play central roles in shaping India’s campaign for the next 50-over World Cup.

India’s senior players are set for a short break from ODIs as the team shifts focus to upcoming tournaments and league cricket, with their return expected later in the year as plans for the future take shape.

When will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma play their next ODI for India

From Sanju Samson to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL history. The illustrious list also features the likes of Yusuf Pathan, KL Rahul and Shaun Marsh. 

From Sanju Samson to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL history. The illustrious list also features the likes of Yusuf Pathan, KL Rahul and Shaun Marsh.&nbsp;

Meet 5 batters with highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL ft Rohit Sharma

This story shows the top five players with most sixes in India vs New Zealand T20Is, highlighting power hitting, big shots, and exciting moments that made these matches thrilling for cricket fans.

This story shows the top five players with most sixes in India vs New Zealand T20Is, highlighting power hitting, big shots, and exciting moments that made these matches thrilling for cricket fans.

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From Rohit Sharma to Colin Munro, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IND vs NZ T20Is. This list also includes Kane Williamson, Martin Guptill and Ross Taylor

From Rohit Sharma to Colin Munro, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in IND vs NZ T20Is. This list also includes Kane Williamson, Martin Guptill and Ross Taylor

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From Shreyas Iyer to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most T20I runs against New Zealand. This list also includes KL Rahul, Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav

From Shreyas Iyer to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most T20I runs against New Zealand. This list also includes KL Rahul, Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav

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Meet Indian batters to score most runs in each of last five T20 World Cups. The honourable list features the likes of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma. Virat has been in India’s top scorer in three of the last five editions.

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Indian batting stalwart Virat Kohli’s outstanding run of form has helped him return to the no. 1 spot in the latest ICC Men’s ODI batting rankings for the first time since July 2021. The Indian batter moved ahead of his team-mate Rohit Sharma after scoring a match-winning 93 runs off 91 balls against New Zealand in the first ODI in Vadodara. This is the 11th time Kohli has reached the top spot in the ODI rankings, thanks to a string of impressive performances. His recent scores include 135, 102 and an unbeaten 65 during the home series against South Africa in November-December. Earlier, he also made a solid 74 not out against Australia in the third ODI in Sydney in October.&nbsp;Recently, Kohli has scored fifty or more in his last five innings, collecting 469 runs from five matches, including two centuries and three half-centuries. With 785 rating points, he now leads the rankings.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/harmanpreet-kaur-completes-1000-wpl-runs-becomes-first-indian-player-to-achieve-major-feat-1768374330769">Harmanpreet Kaur completes 1000 WPL runs, becomes first Indian to achieve feat</a>&nbsp;Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma has slipped to third place with 775 rating points, while New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell has moved up to second place after scoring 84 in the first ODI against India in Vadodara. He now has 784 rating points, just one point behind Kohli. With only 10 points separating the top three batters, the race for the No. 1 spot is expected to get even closer in the coming days.&nbsp;<h2>IND vs NZ, 2nd ODI</h2>At the time of writing, India were 121 for four in 25 overs, with Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul batting in the middle. Earlier, openers Rohit Sharma (24) and Shubman Gill (56) gave India a steady start. Virat Kohli added 23 runs, while Shreyas Iyer was dismissed for only eight.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wpl-2026-gujarat-s-ayushi-soni-now-second-woman-player-ever-to-retire-out-1768374646241">WPL 2026: Gujarat's Ayushi Soni now second woman player ever to retire out</a>&nbsp;For New Zealand, Kristian Clarke impressed by taking three important wickets in his six overs. While, Kyle Jamieson also picked up one wicket. With six wickets still in hand, India will aim to build a competitive total against a strong New Zealand bowling attack.&nbsp;

The Indian batter moved ahead of his team-mate Rohit Sharma after scoring a match-winning 93 runs off 91 balls against New Zealand in the first ODI in Vadodara. 

Indian batting stalwart Virat Kohli’s outstanding run of form has helped him return to the no. 1 spot in the latest ICC Men’s ODI batting rankings for the first time since July 2021. The Indian batter moved ahead of his team-mate Rohit Sharma after scoring a match-winning 93 runs off 91 balls against New Zealand in the first ODI in Vadodara. This is the 11th time Kohli has reached the top spot in the ODI rankings, thanks to a string of impressive performances. His recent scores include 135, 102 and an unbeaten 65 during the home series against South Africa in November-December. Earlier, he also made a solid 74 not out against Australia in the third ODI in Sydney in October. Recently, Kohli has scored fifty or more in his last five innings, collecting 469 runs from five matches, including two centuries and three half-centuries. With 785 rating points, he now leads the rankings. Also Read - Harmanpreet Kaur completes 1000 WPL runs, becomes first Indian to achieve feat Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma has slipped to third place with 775 rating points, while New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell has moved up to second place after scoring 84 in the first ODI against India in Vadodara. He now has 784 rating points, just one point behind Kohli. With only 10 points separating the top three batters, the race for the No. 1 spot is expected to get even closer in the coming days. IND vs NZ, 2nd ODI At the time of writing, India were 121 for four in 25 overs, with Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul batting in the middle. Earlier, openers Rohit Sharma (24) and Shubman Gill (56) gave India a steady start. Virat Kohli added 23 runs, while Shreyas Iyer was dismissed for only eight. Also Read - WPL 2026: Gujarat's Ayushi Soni now second woman player ever to retire out For New Zealand, Kristian Clarke impressed by taking three important wickets in his six overs. While, Kyle Jamieson also picked up one wicket. With six wickets still in hand, India will aim to build a competitive total against a strong New Zealand bowling attack.

The Indian batter moved ahead of his team-mate Rohit Sharma after scoring a match-winning 93 runs off 91 balls against New Zealand in the first ODI in Vadodara.&nbsp;

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A rare batting milestone, five Indian legends, and a race against time. This story breaks down a record that reshaped ODI history and highlights moments that defined modern Indian cricket.

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Two Indian ODI stalwarts, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, were felicitated uniquely and memorably during the first ODI against New Zealand at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, as the Baroda Cricket Association honoured the legends with a creative ceremony that instantly caught everyone’s attention. The special moment took place during the mid-innings break of the first ODI between India and New Zealand on Sunday (Jan 11).&nbsp;&nbsp;Instead of a regular presentation on the ground, the organisers planned something different. A cupboard was brought onto the field with life-size stickers of both players placed on it. As their names were announced, Kohli and Rohit stepped out of the cupboard to loud cheers from the crowd, leaving fans amused and surprised at the same time.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-5-indians-fastest-to-100-odi-wickets-1768134928263">Meet 5 Indians fastest to 100 ODI wickets</a>&nbsp;Both players were then presented with flower bouquets as a mark of respect for their contribution to Indian cricket. The ceremony was held in the presence of ICC president Jay Shah and BCCI head Mithun Manhas, which added importance to the occasion. The light-hearted nature of the celebration made the moment even more special, as both Kohli and Rohit were seen smiling and laughing while accepting the honour.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Honouring the icons of the game 🫡 ICC Chair Mr. Jay Shah, Baroda Cricket Association President Mr. Pranav Amin and BCCI Office Bearers felicitate <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli👏👏<a href="https://twitter.com/JayShah?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JayShah</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/MithunManhas?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MithunManhas</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/ShuklaRajiv?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShuklaRajiv</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@imVkohli</a> <a href="https://t.co/yBxiharONn">pic.twitter.com/yBxiharONn</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/2010335971934626232?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The unusual style of felicitation quickly became a talking point on social media. Fans joked that the two stars were being ‘unboxed’ like new products, and the videos from the stadium went viral within minutes. What made the moment better was the way Kohli and Rohit took it in good spirits. They enjoyed the gesture, signed their life-sized photos, and thanked the organisers for the warm welcome.The ceremony was also significant because the Kotambi Stadium was hosting its first-ever men’s ODI match.&nbsp;&nbsp;With nearly 35,000 fans present in the stands, the Baroda Cricket Association wanted to make the occasion memorable. Honouring two players who have shaped India’s ODI batting over the last decade and a half was their way of celebrating the historic moment for the venue.&nbsp;Rohit and Kohli, who are now in the later stages of their careers, received a grand reception from the city since their arrival. Their presence added excitement to the match and created a festive atmosphere around the stadium.&nbsp;On the cricketing side, India won the toss and chose to bowl first on a slow pitch. New Zealand started strongly with a century partnership between Devon Conway and Henry Nicholls. However, India pulled things back with disciplined bowling and restricted the visitors to 300 for 8 in 50 overs. Daryl Mitchell played a key role in guiding New Zealand to a competitive total on a challenging surface.

A creative felicitation for Kohli and Rohit during the IND vs NZ 1st ODI at Vadodara went viral, as the duo were honoured in a fun way, drawing laughs, cheers and huge attention from fans at Kotambi Stadium.


Two Indian ODI stalwarts, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, were felicitated uniquely and memorably during the first ODI against New Zealand at the Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, as the Baroda Cricket Association honoured the legends with a creative ceremony that instantly caught everyone’s attention. The special moment took place during the mid-innings break of the first ODI between India and New Zealand on Sunday (Jan 11). Instead of a regular presentation on the ground, the organisers planned something different. A cupboard was brought onto the field with life-size stickers of both players placed on it. As their names were announced, Kohli and Rohit stepped out of the cupboard to loud cheers from the crowd, leaving fans amused and surprised at the same time. Also read | Meet 5 Indians fastest to 100 ODI wickets Both players were then presented with flower bouquets as a mark of respect for their contribution to Indian cricket. The ceremony was held in the presence of ICC president Jay Shah and BCCI head Mithun Manhas, which added importance to the occasion. The light-hearted nature of the celebration made the moment even more special, as both Kohli and Rohit were seen smiling and laughing while accepting the honour.

A creative felicitation for Kohli and Rohit during the IND vs NZ 1st ODI at Vadodara went viral, as the duo were honoured in a fun way, drawing laughs, cheers and huge attention from fans at Kotambi Stadium.

Kohli and Rohit’s unique felicitation steals the show during IND vs NZ 1st ODI

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