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Virat Kohli Declares 2027 World Cup as Final ODI Campaign
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Core Announcement and Motivation
Virat Kohli, India’s leading one-day international (ODI) century-maker, announced that the 2027 50-over World Cup will be his last appearance for the national side. Speaking to broadcaster JioStar, he said the tournament will be his “motivation” and that he is “absolutely ready” to give everything for a title. “For me, it’s the last World Cup I’m going to play for India,” — Virat Kohli “That is my motivation and like, you know, to leave everything out there. And of course, the goal is absolutely to win the World Cup and whatever it takes, I’m absolutely ready.” — Virat Kohli
Career Milestones and Context
Kohli, 37, has amassed 14,941 ODI runs and 54 centuries, second only to Sachin Tendulkar’s 18,426 runs. He retired from T20 internationals and Test cricket earlier, leaving the 50-over format as his sole focus. The 2027 edition will be his fifth ODI World Cup after winning on home soil in 2011 and finishing runner-up in 2023.
Official Reactions
Former captain Rohit Sharma, who also now plays only ODIs, affirmed his continued drive, stating, “The thought will never cross my mind that the business I had is finished.” “The thought will never cross my mind that the business I had is finished,” — Rohit, former captain He and Kohli have both been named in India’s squad for the three-match ODI series against the West Indies, with the opening match set for Thiruvananthapuram.
Data & Statistics
- ODI runs: 14,941 (Kohli) vs 18,426 (Tendulkar)
- ODI centuries: 54 (Kohli) – the highest in the format
- World Cups participated: 5 (including 2027)
Upcoming Schedule
The 2027 World Cup will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia in October-November, marking a return to foreign conditions for Kohli. India’s immediate focus is the West Indies ODI series, which serves as preparation for the upcoming global tournament.