Overview
- Rohit Sharma has informed the Mumbai Cricket Association he will play the Vijay Hazare Trophy, with a possible but unlikely Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 appearance given India’s South Africa ODIs start on November 30.
- Virat Kohli has not yet communicated availability to the Delhi & District Cricket Association, leaving his participation in domestic one‑dayers unclear.
- The Vijay Hazare Trophy begins December 24 and offers the key 50‑over domestic window between the South Africa ODIs and the New Zealand ODIs starting January 11.
- Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar reiterated that players should turn out in domestic cricket when free, noting the seniors are not on trial but will be assessed through game time.
- Reports citing PTI say the board expects the veterans to play at least three to four Vijay Hazare matches before the New Zealand series.