Virat Kohli finally reveals when he will say goodbye to world cricket

Virat Kohli, who delivered an exceptional performance in the recently concluded Champions Trophy 2025, is on cloud nine after India’s victory over New Zealand. With an outstanding batting display, Kohli finished as the second-highest run scorer, playing a key role in securing India’s triumph in the prestigious tournament.

With his terrific performances, the run-machine of India has finally shut down rumours of his retirement following the 2025 Champions Trophy. In a candid talk after the match, he expressed his commitment to international cricket, stating that he remains focused on contributing to the team's success.

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Hints at His Retirement:

Amidst reports of his retirement, Virat Kohli confirmed that he is keen on continuing his passion for the game and contribute to India’s success before finally hanging his boots.

“Well, the tournament has been amazing. We wanted to bounce back after a tough Australia tour. We wanted to win a big tournament, and we have ended up doing that. It is an amazing feeling. After playing for such a long time, we look forward to situations where you are put under pressure, you walk in and you put your hands up. And I think to win titles, the whole team has to put their hands up and if we see this tournament, everyone has put their hands up somewhere or the other,” Kohli remarked.

Speaking about his retirement plans, Kohli stated, “When time comes, as they say, when you leave, you wanna leave the place in a better position and that’s what we have been striving for. When, eventually we are finally done, at whatever stage, we will have a squad that is ready to take on the world for the next 8-10 years.”

“Gill and Shreyas are beautiful, KL has been finishing games, Hardik is a match winner. So, we are in good hands,” he continued.

Performance in Champions Trophy:

Virat Kohli showcased exceptional batting skills during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, cementing his reputation as one of the world's best batsmen. With consistent performances throughout the tournament, he became the second-highest run-scorer, contributing crucial runs for India’s success. His composure and technique has always been the key to his standout displays.