After Virat Kohli, KL Rahul Set to Play Vijay Hazare Trophy

The Indian cricket team's next ODI assignment is against the New Zealand cricket team. The three-match ODI series will begin on January 11 at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara. The series will feature multiple star players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and more.

However, ahead of the much-awaited series, these star players will feature in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy, starting from December 24. The premier domestic 50-over tournament will witness two of the best ODI batsmen in the world playing for their domestic teams respectively. Meanwhile, there's another star India cricketer who will feature in the tournament.

KL Rahul To Play In Vijay Hazare Trophy For Karnataka

India's star wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul will be in action in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for his domestic team, Karnataka. Rahul, who is known for his adaptability to bat at any position, will be seen improving his form ahead of the much-awaited New Zealand series.

It will also be interesting to see KL Rahul batting position in Vijay Hazare Trophy. The right-handed batter usually bats at No. 5 or 6 position in international cricket for India in the ODI format.

KL Rahul Vijay Hazare Trophy presence for Karnataka will be a massive boost for his team. He carries all the experience of playing for India and is also India's key player in the ODI set-up. Rahul is India's first-choice wicketkeeper in the 50-over format and has won crucial matches for his team.

Big Names In Karnataka Squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy

There are several big names apart from KL Rahul in the Karnataka squad who will feature in the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy. Players like Mayank Agarwal, Karun Nair are among the best batsmen in India and will have a golden opportunity to score runs in the domestic tournament and knock the selectors' door for their comebacks. KL Rahul Karnataka stats in the Vijay Hazare Trophy are excellent and he will back himself to score big runs this season.

India pacer Prasidh Krishna, who has been a part of the Indian team in both Test and ODI squad, will also be in action in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Karnataka. Krishna played a key role in India's recent ODI series win over South Africa. Apart from the seasoned players, the focus will be on R Smaran, who has created headlines with his excellent performances lately.

Karnataka Squad For Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025

Mayank Agarwal (C), Karun Nair (VC), Devdutt Padikkal, R Smaran, KL Shrijith, Abhinav Manohar, Shreyas Gopal, V. Vyshak, Manvanth Kumar, Shreesha Achar, Abhilash Shetty, B.R. Sharath, Harshil Dharmani, Dhruv Prabhakar, KL Rahul, Prasidh Krishna.