Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are expected to return to ODI action in January 2026 for a home series against New Zealand. Following this, they are slated to participate in the Indian Premier League and then a three-match ODI series in England in July. Both players have recently shown strong form in ODI matches, including series against Australia and South Africa, and individual performances in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Their participation is seen as crucial for India's preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup.