Virat Kohli Addresses Retirement Rumours Through A Cryptic Post On X
Short Description: India returns to the ODI match after a seven-month break, with Shubman Gill as the new captain. The series against Australia will also see Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma wearing the Indian jersey in ODIs again. Amidst all these, Kohli gives a mysterious post on X.
After a long hiatus of seven months, the Indian team is ready to face Australia in a three-match ODI series followed by a five-match T20I series. The series is remarkable for a few reasons. Firstly, it is the first ODI captaincy assignment for Shubman Gill. Secondly, it is the return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to the ODI squad after winning the Champions Trophy 2025 in March. The T20I and Test retirements of both have shifted the focus entirely to their ODI return.
Kohli Drops a Cryptic Post on X
In the midst of retirement talks, Kohli uploaded a cryptic post on X, stating:
“The only time you really fail is when you choose to quit.”
The only time you truly fail, is when you decide to give up.
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) October 16, 2025
This is being perceived by the fans as a signal that Kohli does not intend to retire from ODIs just yet. It may also be an indication that he has set his aim on the ODI World Cup 2027, which will be held in South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe. So, is this post really about countering his retirement speculations?
Brand Endorsement of Wrogn
Ending the buzz, Virat dropped another after a few hours with his original post on X. It turned out to be a part of a marketing and promotional campaign for Kohli’s fashion and lifestyle brand, Wrogn. The advertisement showed Kohli himself and combined motivational messaging with the brand’s philosophy – a typical Kohli-style mixture of inspiration and marketing skill. Although it was a commercial, the timing of the post during the discussions of his return in ODIs added an extra layer of fascination for the fans.
Failure teaches you what victory never will. @staywrogn #StayWrogn pic.twitter.com/Uinsn3vv2s
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) October 16, 2025
Landing in Australia and Chasing Records
The Blue brigade touched down at Perth at 10:00 AM IST on Wednesday. Having last played an ODI in Dubai on March 9, 2025, against New Zealand, Kohli is only 54 runs away from being the second-highest run-scorer in ODI history after his idol, Sachin Tendulkar. The series presents him with multiple chances to not only break records but also silence the critics doubting his ODI future.
Kohli and Rohit Ready to Shine
Kohli and Rohit Sharma both will try to contribute immensely to the triumph of their team. Australia is a mighty opponent; they constantly put the Indian Cricket Team (ICT) through the wringer. But with the spectators’ increasing interest, this series is going to be high-voltage cricket, and these two legends of cricket’s enthralling performances will leave behind memories.
The Future
It is the new ODI captain, Shubman Gill, who will be leading the team, but Kohli and Rohit’s return is nothing but adding experience and firepower. Their tour to Australia performances will not only be the series-deciding factor but also might unveil their long-term plans in ODIs till the 2027 World Cup.
India will have their first ODI match on 19th October and the first T20I match on 29th October in this series.
