Composed Kohli silences Adelaide fears, but he knows every innings now carries extra weight

Virat Kohli Silences Retirement Rumors

Virat Kohli's gesture at Adelaide sparked retirement rumors, but his demeanor on Friday suggested that his reaction was likely more sentimental than symbolic.

Kohli and Rohit Sharma returned to international cricket after a seven-month hiatus, and every move they made was under scrutiny.

On Thursday evening at the Adelaide Oval, Kohli was dismissed for a four-ball duck in the second ODI against Australia, and as he walked off, he raised his gloves, setting off speculation.

The entire ground had risen to its feet, with an ovation that cut across allegiances, filling the Adelaide dusk, acknowledging a bond built over years.

This was Kohli's second successive duck of the series.

Author's summary: Kohli's gesture sparks retirement rumors.

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Firstpost Firstpost — 2025-10-24

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