Is Virat Kohli Set to Retire from IPL and Leave RCB? Get the Latest Update

Mumbai, Oct 13, 2025: Former Indian captain Virat Kohli has retired from T20 and Test cricket, but he still plays in ODIs and the IPL. The three-match ODI series between India and Australia will start on October 19, and Kohli will play in this series.

However, before the series, a major report has surprised millions of fans. This report is about Virat Kohli’s IPL retirement.

Will Virat Retire from the IPL?

According to RevSportz journalist Rohit Juglan, Virat Kohli was about to sign an extension for a business contract related to RCB’s brand operations, but he has decided not to sign it. No official statement has been given yet by Virat Kohli or RCB, but this news has shocked fans.

Virat Kohli IPL Future in Question

Rohit Juglan said, "Before the last mega auction, I thought Virat Kohli would need to update his contract with a brand before IPL 2026. But now the news is that he has not updated his contract, and there is speculation that Virat wants the RCB franchise to plan ahead without using his image."

Likely to Stay with RCB, Says Chopra

Addressing this on his YouTube channel, Chopra said, “He has reportedly refused a commercial contract, but what does that mean? He will definitely play for RCB. If he is playing, he will play for the same franchise.”

“He has just won the trophy. Why would he leave the franchise? He isn’t going anywhere. Refusing a contract is only speculation. He might have a dual contract,” Chopra added.

“A commercial contract is separate from the playing contract. He has reportedly refused to sign a commercial contract. There are also reports that RCB might be up for sale,” Chopra said.

After a mega auction, a player’s contract with an IPL team lasts one year, but the franchise can retain them for the next year through negotiations.

Virat Kohli surprised everyone by retiring from Test cricket midway through IPL 2025. Many believed he could play Test cricket for another 3–4 years. Now, there is speculation about his ODI retirement as well. According to reports, it seems Kohli is also thinking about withdrawing from the IPL.