Archive · 29 Sep 2026
Rohit Sharma Describes Enduring Camaraderie With Virat Kohli
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have known each other since the early part of their cricket careers.
Rohit said their close bond began during or soon after a tour of Australia.
Rohit started playing for India in 2007, and Kohli started in 2008.
They help each other become better batsmen by sharing advice.
They also praise each other when one plays well.
Rohit said Kohli still prepares carefully and wants to score runs and win matches.
Their jobs and captaincy roles have changed, but Rohit's view of Kohli has stayed the same.
The two players meet less often because they now spend more time at home.
In India's first ODI against the West Indies, Kohli scored 139 not out as India chased 296.
Rohit Sharma said his close relationship with Virat Kohli began during or shortly after India's tour of Australia.
Rohit and Kohli made their international debuts in 2007 and 2008, respectively, and have worked to give their best for India.
Rohit said Kohli's preparation, determination and desire to win have remained consistent despite changes in their roles, including captaincy.
The players regularly appreciate each other's performances and discuss ways to improve their batting.
Their meetings are less frequent now, but Kohli's 139 in the first ODI against the West Indies helped India chase 296 and reach several milestones.
- Who
- Former India captain Rohit Sharma discussed his long-standing relationship with Virat Kohli.
- What
- Rohit described their camaraderie, mutual appreciation and ongoing cricketing conversations.
- When
- Rohit spoke ahead of India's second ODI against the West Indies on Wednesday; the interview promotion listed September 30.
- Where
- The interview was given to JioStar, while the second ODI was scheduled for Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.
- Why
- Rohit was explaining how he and Kohli support one another and continue improving their games.
- Players
- Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli
- International debuts
- Rohit debuted in 2007 and Kohli in 2008.
- Bond's beginnings
- Rohit placed the start of their relationship during India's tour of Australia or shortly after returning to India.
- Mutual support
- They appreciate each other's performances and discuss ways to improve their batting.
- Kohli's first ODI performance
- He scored an unbeaten 139 from 88 balls, including 10 fours and nine sixes, while India chased 296.
- Current meetings
- They meet less often because both spend more time at home and live far apart.
- Second ODI venue
- Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.
