Former Indian cricket team and RCB captain Virat Kohli has shared his post-retirement plans and the motivation behind his relentless pursuit of excellence. Kohli plans to take a long break before contemplating his next steps after retiring from cricket.

India’s cricket legend, Virat Kohli, has been a significant figure in the sporting world for over a decade. His influence has even contributed to cricket being included in the Olympic program for the Los Angeles 2028 Games. Fans and experts often wonder what fuels Kohli’s drive, which he discussed at RCB’s Royal Gala Dinner in Bengaluru on May 18, ahead of their crucial IPL match against CSK.

Kohli, 35, explained his mindset: “As a sportsman, we have an end-date to our careers. I’m just working backward. I don’t want to finish my career thinking ‘What if I had done this on that particular day.’ It’s about not leaving any undone business behind and having no regrets later, which I am sure I won’t.”

The former India captain hinted at taking a long break before considering his future plans. Kohli has typically been reserved about his retirement, but he emphasized his desire to end his career without regrets and give his best until his last game.

“At the end, I will be gone, you won’t see me for a while,” Kohli said with a smile. “I want to give it everything I have till the time I play. That’s what keeps me going.”

Currently, Kohli is the top run-scorer in IPL 2024, with 661 runs in 13 innings, boasting a strike rate of 155.16 and an average of 66.10, including five fifties and one century. RCB, with 12 points from 13 matches, is fifth on the IPL table. They face a crucial match against third-ranked CSK, who have 14 points from 13 matches. To stay in playoff contention, RCB must win decisively to surpass CSK’s net run rate (NRR), which is +0.528 compared to RCB’s +0.387.

After the IPL, Kohli is set to participate in the ICC T20 World Cup, aiming to help India end their ICC trophy drought. There were initial doubts about his selection due to reports of dissatisfaction with his T20 approach. However, Kohli silenced critics with his stellar performance in IPL 2024, demonstrating his power-hitting and high strike rate.

In summary, Virat Kohli’s post-retirement plans reflect his methodical approach to his career, aiming to leave no regrets behind. His focus on giving his best until the end is a testament to his dedication and passion for cricket.

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