As Team India gears up for ODI series against Australia, captaincy and retirement speculations have taken center stage – and Virat Kohli has added fuel to the discussion with a cryptic post on X (formerly Twitter).
The timing of the post has sparked conversations among fans and analysts, as it comes amid growing uncertainty over Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s future in ODIs, particularly regarding their participation in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Both players have retired from T20 Internationals and Test cricket after recent victories – their ODI commitments have remained a topic of speculation.
Virat’s crytic post a message to selectors? – See below
The only time you truly fail, is when you decide to give up.
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) October 16, 2025
Cricket enthusiasts are interpreting Kohli’s message as a sign of determination, suggesting that the veteran batsman is hinting at his intent to continue competing at the highest level. The post has sparked widespread discussion online, with fans praising Kohli for his resilience and competitive spirit.
With the three-match ODI series against Australia beginning soon, all eyes will be on how Kohli and Rohit perform.
Their on-field form in Australia could provide more clarity on whether these cricketing stalwarts will continue representing India in ODIs or make way for the next generation ahead of the 2027 World Cup.
IND vs AUS ODI series, which begins in Perth on October 19, will not only test India’s batting and bowling strength but could also answer pressing questions about the future of some of the team’s most iconic players.
Most formidable players in ODIs
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are two of India’s most prolific ODI batsmen. Kohli has played over 270 ODIs, scoring more than 12,800 runs at an impressive average of 58.1, including 43 centuries and 62 fifties.
Rohit Sharma, meanwhile, has appeared in over 250 ODIs, amassing 12,300+ runs at an average of 49.3, with 31 centuries and 57 fifties.
Both players have delivered match-winning performances across the globe, particularly in Australia, where Rohit has scored 1,328 runs in 30 matches and Kohli 1,327 runs in 29 matches. Together, they form one of cricket’s most formidable partnerships.
