Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are on the verge of etching their names into Indian cricket history by becoming the duo with the most international appearances together. The milestone is set to be achieved during the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, starting in Ranchi on Sunday. The pair currently stands level with the legendary tally of 391 matches played together by Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid.
Once Kohli and Sharma take the field in Ranchi, they will officially surpass this long-standing record, cementing their status as one of the most enduring and impactful partnerships in the history of Indian cricket. Their combined presence has defined the team's batting lineup for over a decade across all three formats. This achievement highlights the incredible longevity and consistent selection of both players, who remain central figures for their respective IPL franchises, Royal Challengers Bangalore and

Players with the most matches played in IPL history
| Rank | Player | Team | matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | CSK | 278 matches | |
| #2 |
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“This match will mark a historic moment, as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are set to become the Indian duo with most international appearances together, surpassing the long-standing record of Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid, who featured in 391 matches as a pair.”
“This match will mark a historic moment, as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are set to become the Indian duo with most international appearances together, surpassing the long-standing record of Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid, who featured in 391 matches as a pair.”
| MI |
| 272 matches |
| #3 | RCB | 267 matches |
| #4 | CSK | 254 matches |
| #5 | CSK | 221 matches |