Virat Kohli Announces 2027 World Cup Will Be His Last for India
The record-breaking ODI batsman says he will step away from international cricket for India after the 2027 World Cup.
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Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has announced that the 2027 Cricket World Cup will mark the end of his international career, confirming he does not intend to continue playing one-day internationals (ODIs) for India beyond the tournament.
Kohli, widely regarded as one of the most successful batsmen in the history of the format, currently holds the record for the most centuries scored in ODI cricket, a mark that has cemented his status as one of the sport's leading run-scorers over more than a decade of international play.
The announcement effectively sets a timeline for the remainder of Kohli's playing career with the Indian national team, giving fans, teammates and cricket administrators a clear horizon for his participation in future tournaments and bilateral series leading up to the 2027 event.
A Storied Career
Kohli has been a central figure in Indian cricket since making his international debut, playing a key role in numerous limited-overs campaigns across more than a decade at the top level. His century tally in ODIs has made him a benchmark against which contemporary batsmen are measured.
Cricket boards and fans in India and beyond are likely to view the 2027 World Cup as a farewell tour of sorts for the batsman, with added attention expected on his individual performances throughout the buildup to the tournament.
Further details on Kohli's participation in bilateral series and other tournaments before 2027, as well as any potential involvement in franchise or domestic cricket after his India retirement, have not yet been specified.
Sources
- Virat Kohli says he will retire from India cricket after 2027 World Cup — Al Jazeera — All
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