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Virat Kohli has returned to Lord’s for intense practice amidst retirement rumours, as his and Rohit Sharma’s 2027 Cricket World Cup participation remains uncertain.

Virat Kohli retired from Tests in May (Picture credit: AP)
Ace India batter Virat Kohli has returned to the Lord’s for practice sessions, even as his international retirement rumours keep going around, according to a report in RevSportz. Kohli and ODI captain Rohit Sharma’s participation in the 2027 Cricket World Cup remains uncertain.
India’s next ODI challenge is a three-match series against Australia, beginning October 19.
In preparation for the upcoming ODIs against Australia, Kohli has already begun training, with the report saying that he spent two intense hours in the indoor nets at Lord’s in London.
Kohli trained with intensity against both spin and pace, showing a range of strokes that left onlookers impressed by his unwavering commitment to cricket.
Meanwhile, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla, in a podcast, was asked whether Rohit and Kohli would be given a farewell series similar to the one Sachin Tendulkar received in 2013 against the West Indies.
“When did they retire? Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will both play one-dayers. So, if they are playing, why are you worried about a farewell series? Yes, they have retired from two formats in phases, but they are playing in ODIs, right?” Shukla said.
“Our policy at the BCCI is very clear. We don’t tell any player to retire. A player makes that call himself. He has to decide and we respect that. We can only decide something when it’s official,” Shukla added.
As of now, it remains uncertain whether Kohli and Rohit will be asked to feature against Australia A at home ahead of the white-ball tour in October-November.
Part of Kohli’s training has been overseen by Naeem Amin as well, the Gujarat Titans’ assistant coach in the IPL.
In the twilight of his career, Kohli has devoted extensive time to practice, with each session focused on honing existing strengths.
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