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In a moment that has captured the hearts of cricket fans worldwide, Indian captain Rohit Sharma and talismanic batter Virat Kohli were seen sharing a light-hearted conversation about retirement during the celebrations of India’s historic Champions Trophy 2025 title win. The duo’s interaction, which was caught on camera, has gone viral on social media, providing a glimpse into the camaraderie and humour that exists between two of India’s cricketing stalwarts.
India ends 12-year drought of winning ICC ODI titles
India’s victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final marked a significant milestone for the team, ending a 12-year drought in ICC ODI titles. Rohit led from the front, scoring a crucial 76 in the final as India chased down a target of 252 with six balls to spare. This win not only solidified India’s position as one of the most successful teams in the Champions Trophy but also sparked discussions about the future of its veteran players.
Rohit Sharma opens up on talks of his retirement
Rohit, who has been at the centre of retirement speculation, addressed these rumours directly in a post-match press conference. “I want to clarify that I am not going anywhere, I am not retiring from this format,” he stated, putting to rest any immediate concerns about his ODI future.
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This declaration was reinforced during his on-field conversation with Virat, where he humorously dismissed retirement talks by saying, “Abhi hum koi retire nahi ho rahe (We are not retiring now),” followed by a Hindi slang.
Here’s the video:
Rohit to Kohli "bhai hum koi retire nahi horey hai bhnch0d, mkc inko toh lagra hai….." 😭 https://t.co/AQAsoQFwPx
— Wellu (@Wellutwt) March 9, 2025
The conversation between Rohit and Virat was a highlight of the celebrations, showcasing their ability to laugh off the intense speculation surrounding their careers. The two have been teammates for over 15 years, sharing a journey filled with numerous triumphs and challenges. Despite past rumours of a rift, their mutual respect and camaraderie have been evident throughout their careers.
