Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 — Cricket’s Most Exciting Domestic League
The Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 is in full swing across India, with teams battling hard in the 50-over format. The tournament has been especially interesting this year because big names like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are back playing domestic cricket — adding star power and thrilling moments to the competition. (NDTV India)
Both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are nearing the later stages of their careers and have focused on ODI cricket to prepare for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) reportedly asked them to play this domestic tournament to stay match-ready and prove their form.
Virat Kohli: Vintage Form in the Vijay Hazare Trophy
Virat Kohli has been a headline act this season:
- In a recent Elite Group match, Kohli scored a brilliant 77 runs off 61 balls for Delhi, helping his side to a 7-run victory against Gujarat. (NDTV India)
- His commanding performance earned him Player of the Match honors, reminding fans that he’s still one of the most consistent batsmen in world cricket. (NDTV India)
Fans are loving his rhythm and passion — who doesn’t enjoy watching a master at work?
Rohit Sharma: From Century Hero to Golden Duck
In contrast, Rohit Sharma’s journey this season has been dramatic:
- In Mumbai’s earlier match, Rohit smashed a blistering 155 runs, thrilling the crowd and proving his batting still packs a punch. (Hindustan)
- But in a later match against Uttarakhand, he was dismissed on the very first ball — a rare golden duck — by Uttarakhand’s young pacer Devendra Singh Bora. (The Times of India)
This shock dismissal went viral across social media and news outlets, offering one of the biggest talking points of the tournament — especially because it came just days after his big hundred. (Hungama Express)
Despite the early setback, Mumbai still won that game by 51 runs, showing their batting depth. (The Times of India)
Devendra Singh Bora: Uttarakhand’s Rising Star
The bowler who dismissed Rohit — Devendra Singh Bora — has become an unexpected star of the competition
- Bora, a right-arm medium pacer for Uttarakhand, delivered a perfect delivery that Rohit misread, sending the veteran back to the pavilion without scoring. (NDTV Sports)
- This was only his second–third List A match, making the moment even more remarkable. (Hindustan)
- Uttarakhand fans are thrilled to see a local talent make headlines on such a big stage.
His performance has sparked discussions about how domestic cricket continues to discover future stars.
Other Exciting Moments from the Tournament
Beyond the Rohit and Kohli storylines:
- Mumbai vs Uttarakhand was packed with drama — including a serious injury to young Mumbai fielder Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who had to be stretchered off. (The Times of India)
- A 14-year-old batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a remarkable display, making history for Bihar. (The Times of India)
These moments highlight how the Vijay Hazare Trophy remains one of the most action-packed cricket tournaments in India — perfect for fans young and old.
What This Means for Indian Cricket
The 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy has delivered a mix of experience and emergence:
- Veterans like Kohli and Rohit are using it to hone their form ahead of bigger international goals. (NDTV India)
- Bright young players like Bora are making their mark and pushing for recognition. (NDTV Sports)
- The tournament continues to prove that Indian domestic cricket remains one of the best talent incubators in the world.
Whether you’re cheering for Rohit’s big hits, soaking in Kohli’s class, or backing young talents from Uttarakhand like Devendra Bora — the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 has something for every cricket fan.
Stay tuned — more thrilling cricket and surprising upsets are sure to come!