Virat Kohli's Retirement: A Look at His Future in Cricket

Virat Kohli's Recent Retirement Decisions

In June 2024, Virat Kohli announced his retirement from T20 internationals following India's victory in the ICC T20 World Cup. However, fans were taken aback when he recently declared his unexpected retirement from Test cricket. With his exit from two formats, Kohli's appearances on the field will now be limited to One Day Internationals (ODIs).

Kohli's Commitment to the 2027 ODI World Cup

Kohli has expressed a strong intention to participate in the 2027 ODI World Cup, indicating that he will not extend his career beyond that point. This suggests that fans have just two more years to enjoy his cricketing prowess, a sentiment echoed by former Indian coach Ravi Shastri.

Will Kohli Completely Step Away from Cricket?

During a recent event with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Kohli remarked, 'Once I’m gone, I’ll be gone. You won’t see me for a while.' This statement surprised many fans, and Shastri believes that Kohli will not participate in exhibition matches, leagues, or even the IPL after his retirement. According to Shastri, Kohli is likely to disappear from the cricket scene entirely.

Insights from Ravi Shastri on Kohli's Future

Shastri commented, 'He is still around to serve Indian cricket in ODIs, but I also know that Virat will walk away from the game once he is done playing cricket. He is not the kind who would like to coach or take on the role of a broadcaster. I will miss him when India plays its first Test in England. He was a champion, and that is what I would like to remember – never conceding an inch.'