New Delhi: Virat Kohli, who is famous worldwide for his fitness and exceptional cricketing skills, recently spoke openly about the retirement questions surrounding him. Kohli, who is currently part of the Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2025, made an important statement regarding the 2027 World Cup. His statement clearly indicates that he has no plans of retiring anytime soon.
Winning the 2027 World Cup
During an event, the anchor asked Kohli, “What’s your next big step?” To this, Kohli smiled and replied, “Maybe winning the 2027 World Cup.” His response hinted that he is still positive about his future in international cricket and is dreaming of playing a role in the 2027 World Cup. This statement puts an end to the speculations regarding his retirement. Kohli clarified that he will continue playing as long as his fitness and form allow, and if his fitness holds up, he could play until 2027.
Kohli’s Brilliant Career
Kohli has achieved numerous milestones for Indian cricket throughout his career. Even at the age of 36, his fitness and dedication to the game remain strong. Kohli has scored 9230 runs in 123 Test matches, including 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries. In One-Day Internationals, he has made 14181 runs in 302 matches, including 51 centuries and 74 half-centuries. Additionally, he has scored 4188 runs in 125 T20 matches. Kohli’s career has been remarkable, and his goal is to achieve even more success for India in upcoming tournaments. His statement reflects that instead of stepping away from cricket, he is focused on making more records.
