Indian cricket fans were eagerly waiting for the return of superstars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to domestic cricket, and that moment has finally arrived. Both legends are set to feature in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26, representing their respective state teams — Delhi and Mumbai.
However, despite the excitement, there is disappointing news regarding live coverage of their matches.
Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma Return to Domestic Cricket
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Virat Kohli will turn out for Delhi, who face Andhra in their opening fixture.
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Rohit Sharma will lead Mumbai against Sikkim, followed by another match against Uttarakhand.
Both marquee players will be in action on Wednesday, December 24, marking a significant moment for Indian domestic cricket.
Match Schedule & Venues
🏏 Match Details
| Match | Date | Venue | Start Time |
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| Delhi vs Andhra | December 24 | Bengaluru | 9:00 AM IST |
| Mumbai vs Sikkim | December 24 | Jaipur | 9:00 AM IST |
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The Delhi vs Andhra match was initially scheduled at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, but due to security concerns, it has been shifted to the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE), Bengaluru, and will be held behind closed doors.
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Mumbai’s matches will take place in Jaipur.
Will Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma’s Matches Be Televised Live?
Unfortunately, no.
Even though JioStar is the official broadcaster of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 season:
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❌ No live TV telecast will be available for:
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Delhi vs Andhra
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Mumbai vs Sikkim
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Live Streaming Details
Fans hoping to watch the matches online will also be disappointed:
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❌ No live streaming on JioStar
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❌ No official digital broadcast available
As of now, viewers can only rely on live score updates, commentary, and match reports from cricket websites and apps.
Final Thoughts
The return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to the Vijay Hazare Trophy has generated massive buzz, underlining the importance of domestic cricket in India. However, the absence of live telecast and streaming significantly dampens the viewing experience for fans.
While supporters won’t be able to watch these high-profile matches live, the presence of two of India’s greatest modern-day cricketers is still a big boost for the tournament and the teams involved.
Let’s hope future matches featuring star players receive proper broadcast coverage so fans don’t miss out on the action.

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