"Inko Lag Raha Hai...": Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's Retirement Chat Gets Caught On Stump Mic

A big talking point ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025 final was whether India stalwarts Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli would retire from ODI cricket after the game. As it turns out, India captain Rohit Sharma has addressed that he isn't retiring from ODI cricket. The 37-year-old led India from the front in the final, slamming a knock of 76 and setting the platform for victory. In a video shared on social media following the win, Rohit could be seen telling Kohli that he doesn't intend to retire, amid their celebrations.

"Bhai hum koi retire nahi ho rahein hai, inko lag raha hai (Brother, I am not retiring. These people think)," Rohit can be heard telling Kohli in Hindi, as the two shared a laugh.

Watch: Rohit and Kohli share a laugh on retirement

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Rohit's form and leadership has been under immense scrutiny ever since India's double whammy of Test series defeats against New Zealand (0-3 at home) and Australia (1-3 away from home). However, when it comes to ODI cricket, Rohit has led India flawlessly, whilst also finding form with the bat along the way.

Under Rohit's leadership, India have now won 15 of their last 16 ODI games in major ICC events, with the sole defeat coming in the 2023 World Cup final.

"I am not going to retire from this format. Just to make sure no rumours are spread moving forward," Rohit further clarified at the end of the post-match press conference.

India enjoyed a dominant Champions Trophy 2025 campaign, outclassing every side that they faced. Even in the final against New Zealand, a target of 252 never looked out of reach and captain Rohit played a big part in ensuring that.

Rohit gave India the ideal fiery start, slamming a half-century inside the powerplay and taking