BCCI Issues New Directive: Indian Players Given Ultimatum to Play at Least Two Vijay Hazare Trophy Matches
New Delhi: Amid the ongoing South Africa tour of India, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has issued a new directive for Indian national team players. Senior cricketers, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, have been instructed to participate in at least two matches in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025‑26.
Tournament Details
The Vijay Hazare Trophy is set to begin on 24th December 2025 and will continue until 18th January 2026, featuring the one-day (50‑overs) format. Players from the Indian white-ball team, including veterans, will take part, strengthening domestic competition and providing leadership to younger talent.
Rohit Sharma is expected to represent Mumbai, while Virat Kohli will play for Delhi. Both players, though retired from Test and T20 Internat...









