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Virat Kohli’s philosophical post about “giving up” sparks massive speculation, as fans worry if the crucial series will mark his final ODI appearance.
October 16, 2025: As the Indian team lands in Perth for the three-match ODI series against Australia, star batsman Virat Kohli has triggered a flurry of speculation after posting a cryptic message on X (formerly Twitter).
Early on Thursday, October 16, just hours after arriving, Kohli shared a philosophical message with his millions of followers: “The only time you truly fail, is when you decide to give up.”
The post has instantly gone viral, with fans and analysts debating its true meaning. The timing is significant: Kohli, who has already retired from T20Is and Tests, now plays only the 50-over format. With the 2027 ODI World Cup over two years away, his place in the setup—along with that of Rohit Sharma—has been a major topic of discussion among selectors and cricket pundits.
Many fans fear the cryptic tweet is a hint that the upcoming India-Australia series could mark the end of his illustrious ODI career, especially following his last ODI appearance against New Zealand in March 2025 where he scored just 1 run.
However, a large section of fans interprets the post as a defiant statement, suggesting Kohli is hitting back at his critics and reiterating his commitment to the format, vowing not to give up on his future in international cricket. Kohli, who is only 54 runs away from becoming the second-highest run-scorer in ODI history, is set to make his return to the format on October 19 in the first match of the series.