Following the culmination of the World Cup, Team India’s senior players, including Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, are unwinding during their well-deserved holidays. Suryakumar Yadav is currently leading the Indian team in a T20 series against Australia. However, ahead of the upcoming tour to South Africa encompassing T20s, ODIs, and Tests, Virat Kohli has announced an extended hiatus from white-ball cricket.
As per an Indian Express report, Kohli has conveyed to the BCCI that he will be stepping away from ODIs and T20s, opting for an indefinite break. The timeline for his return to these formats will be communicated by Kohli himself. This revelation has left Virat Kohli’s fans disheartened, sparking speculation that this could be indicative of an early retirement from both white-ball formats.
Currently enjoying a holiday in London, Kohli, along with Rohit Sharma, has been on a relentless cricketing schedule for the past 2-3 months. They led Team India to victory in the Asia Cup, triumphed over Australia in the home series, and reached the World Cup final by winning 10 consecutive matches. The decision by Virat Kohli, while raising retirement concerns, may also be a strategic move to rejuvenate and manage his workload.
Despite retirement rumors, Virat’s current form and fitness levels suggest that any retirement from white-ball cricket might not be imminent. The break could serve as a crucial period for rest and recuperation, ensuring Kohli remains a formidable force in the international cricketing arena.
