Kohli was named the ‘Player of the Series’ as he finished as the highest run-getter with 302 runs in three innings, averaging 151.50. He struck two centuries and added an unbeaten fifty in the decider.

Virat vs Rohit: Race for ODI top spot gets tighter after SA series

The latest ICC ODI rankings, updated on Wednesday (Dec 12), saw major changes, with three Indians featuring in the top five. Let’s take a closer look.

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma: Meet top 5 ODI batters in latest ODI rankings

With the conclusion of the three-match ODI series against the Proteas, Team India wrapped up their One-Day schedule this year. Let’s check out which player topped the scoring chart in 2025.

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most ODI runs in 2025, check who tops the list

From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, here’s a look at five cricketers who announced their retirement in 2025. This list also includes Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc and Marcus Stoinis.

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 Kohli smashed 302 runs against South Africa, including two centuries and a fifty, while Rohit piled up 294 runs against Australia earlier in the year and walked away with the Player of the Series award. 

When will India next see Virat Kohli and Rohit don the Indian jersey?

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most centuries in ODIs. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and Shikhar Dhawan

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 Indian batters with most centuries in ODIs

With this, Rohit now stands alongside Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and Rahul Dravid as the only Indians to score over 20,000 runs in international cricket. Across the world, he is the 14th player to reach the milestone.

Rohit Sharma becomes fourth Indian to reach 20,000 international runs

India, placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, the USA, the Netherlands and Namibia, will start their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA on February 7 next year. The tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.

Rohit Sharma unveils India's 2026 T20 World Cup jersey, says 'pride remains the same'

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, 5 active batters with most international hundreds

From Shubman Gill to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2025. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, Ibrahim Zadran and Daryl Mitchell. 

Rohit tops latest ICC ODI rankings 2025, check where Virat Kohli stands

The hitman took 102 balls to hit one six from 2007 to 2013 but the number went down to 32 once he became an opener. The balls per six number reduced even further to nearly 18 after he became the captain in 2022.

How Rohit Sharma evolved as one of the most prolific six hitters - WATCH

While Rohit would be 40 by the time the next ODI World Cup comes around, Kohli would be 39 years old.

IND vs SA - Rohit, Kohli bolster 2027 World Cup chances after Ranchi ODI knocks: Sitanshu Kotak

Playing at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, India, needed a final over finish to get over the line as they beat South Africa by 17 runs. 

IND vs SA: Virat Kohli shines with record ton in nail-biting win as hosts take 1-0 lead

Having announced retirement from the T20I and Test format, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be part of the ODI set-up as they face South Africa. 

IND vs SA, 1st ODI: KL Rahul backs Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to make difference, says 'their importance is...'

BCCI is preparing to hold internal meetings to map out the future of senior players as part of its long-term planning for the 2027 World Cup, which will be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

BCCI set to discuss future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for 2027 ODI World Cup

Mumbai were chasing 193 against Vidarbha in Lucknow, and the pressure was high. But from the moment Mhatre walked in, he looked calm and in control. He picked the right balls to attack, kept rotating the strike, and slowly took the game away from the bowlers.

SMAT 2025-26: Ayush Mhatre creates history with record ton; breaks Rohit Sharma’s record

Rohit is one of the few players to win the tournament twice. His first win came during the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup which also marked his debut in the international cricket. His career came full circle in 2024 as he finished the T20 chapter with a world cup win as well.

Rohit Sharma named tournament ambassador for T20 World Cup 2026

In 18 matches in charge of the Indian side in the red-ball format, Gautam Gambhir has guided India to wins in seven matches, along with two draws. However, it is the number of defeats that makes it worse. 

Coach Gautam Gambhir's Test track record: A recipe for disaster or a failed 'transition'?

The Indian team will be eager to get back on track after a poor Test, with KL Rahul set to lead in the absence of Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer. Ahead of the key series, here is all you need to know, including match timings, squads, live streaming and other important details.  

IND vs SA, ODI series: Here's all you need to know, including live streaming, schedule, squads and key details

As India announced their squad for the ODI series against South Africa, lets have a look at the top five players who can be the game changer for India in the upcoming series. This list includes the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, Arshdeep Singh and KL Rahul

IND vs SA, ODI series: 5 Indian players to watch out for ft Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma

Since 2023 ODI World Cup final loss, India have played 17 ODIs - with a 11-5 win-loss record. In T20Is, India has played 59 matches and won 39 of them - the most by any team with just six losses including winning T20 World Cup 2024, Champions Trophy 2025 and Asia Cup 2025 (T20).

Yearender 2025: Two years since Nov 19, 2023 ODI WC Final loss, India are now undisputed white-ball giants

In the latest ICC ODI batting rankings, Rohit Sharma has slipped from the top spot. Here’s a quick look at the five players who hold the leading positions in the newest update.

Top 5 players in latest ICC ODI batting rankings: THIS batter dethrones Rohit from the top spot

Mitchell reached the pinnacle after a century in the first of three ODIs against West Indies which helped New Zealand win the match as well. The batter, however, was ruled out of the remainder of the series after picking groin strain during his innings of 119 of 118 balls in the first ODI.

ICC ODI Batting Rankings: Daryl Mitchell becomes only second New Zealand batter ever to take top spot

From Rohit Sharma to Vaibhav Suryavanshi, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with fastest hundreds in T20 cricket. This list also includes Abhishek Sharma, Urvil Patel and Rishabh Pant

From Rohit Sharma to Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 5 Indian batters with fastest hundreds in T20 cricket

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When will India next see Virat Kohli and Rohit don the Indian jersey?

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