Virat Kohli set to play his next ODI for India on June 13
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:12 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Virat Kohli will make his return for Team India on June 13, 2026, during the first ODI against Afghanistan in Dharamshala. Kohli recently played a significant role in helping Royal Challengers Bengaluru secure the IPL 2026 title, scoring 75* runs in the final against Gujarat Titans on May 31. Following his franchise commitments, Kohli has been included in the ODI squad despite his retirement from Test cricket. The ODI series will continue with matches on June 17 and June 20 in Lucknow and Chennai, respectively.
- •Kohli played a pivotal role in RCB's IPL title win.
- •India hosts Afghanistan for a three-match ODI series starting on June 13.
- •First ODI to be held at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium.
- •Kohli aims to narrow the gap on Tendulkar's century record.
- 3:12 PMYahoo Sports — When will Virat Kohli play next for India? Return match after RCB's IPL 2026 title win revealed
"Virat Kohli is set to return to action for Team India. Find out the exact date and schedule for his comeback match after RCB's IPL 2026 title victory.
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