After Rolling Back the Years in Sydney, What’s Next for Ro-Ko Fans?
India’s love story with cricket has two of its biggest protagonists — Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. These two have carried the hopes of millions for over a decade, and every time they walk out to bat, fans still stop everything just to watch them.
After the recently concluded India vs Australia ODI series — which the hosts won 2–1 — fans were treated to a rare sight: Kohli and Rohit back in full rhythm. Their vintage strokeplay in Sydney was a reminder of why they’ve been the backbone of Indian cricket for years.
But now, with the ODI leg wrapped up, fans are asking one big question — when will we see Kohli and Rohit in Indian colors again?
No Kohli-Rohit in the T20Is
Before you start marking your calendars, here’s the catch — both Kohli and Rohit have retired from T20Is.
So, when India take on Australia in the upcoming five-match T20I series starting at the Manuka Oval, Canberra, the star duo won’t be a part of it. That series will feature India’s next generation — Shubman Gill, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Rinku Singh, and others looking to make their mark.
But don’t worry, the wait isn’t too long.
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Kohli & Rohit to Return in November for IND vs SA ODIs
The next time you’ll get to see the Rohit-Kohli partnership is in the ODI series against South Africa, set to be played in India.
Here’s the full schedule:
- 1st ODI: November 30 – Ranchi
- 2nd ODI: December 3 – Raipur
- 3rd ODI: December 6 – Visakhapatnam
The series will be crucial for India’s preparations toward the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027. With Shubman Gill taking over as the new ODI captain, he’ll be looking to find his rhythm as a leader — and there’s no better guidance than having Kohli and Rohit in the dressing room.
Why This Series Matters
For fans, this isn’t just another bilateral series. It’s about watching two of India’s most iconic batters possibly entering their final stretch of international cricket. Every innings from here on feels a bit more special — and maybe a little nostalgic too.
Plus, with India rebuilding under a new captain, Kohli’s experience and Rohit’s calm presence could prove vital for grooming the next generation of players.
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The Bottom Line
If you’ve missed that trademark Kohli cover drive or Rohit’s effortless pull shot — mark November 30 on your calendar. That’s when the duo is expected to don the Indian jersey again in Ranchi, kicking off the ODI series against South Africa.
Until then, Ro-Ko fans will just have to wait a few more weeks before their favorite pairing returns to the pitch, ready to remind the world why they’re still the gold standard of Indian cricket.
