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Veteran Kohli Poses with Fans at Lord's, Ignites Speculation on ODI Future
23 Aug
Summary
- Virat Kohli trains at Lord's in London
- Kohli amassed 657 runs in IPL 2025 for RCB
- BCCI VP says Kohli and Sharma will continue playing ODIs
On August 23, 2025, veteran Indian cricketer Virat Kohli was seen training at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London. The 36-year-old, who last played in the IPL 2025 for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has been residing in the UK capital with his family.
Kohli's recent performance in the IPL was impressive, as he amassed 657 runs in 15 innings at an average of 54.75 and a strike rate of 144.71, including eight fifties. His crucial contributions played a pivotal role in RCB's maiden title triumph.
Despite speculations about the futures of Kohli and fellow veteran Rohit Sharma in the ODI format, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla has assured that the legendary duo will continue to represent India in the 50-over format. Shukla emphasized that the BCCI does not dictate when players should retire, and they will be given a proper farewell when the time comes.
India's next ODI assignment is a three-match away series against Australia in October. Kohli has an impressive record against the Australians in the format, having scored 2,451 runs in 48 innings at an average of 54.46 and a strike rate of 93.69, with 15 fifties and eight centuries to his name.
