As Royal Challengers Bangalore gear up for the IPL 2025 final against Punjab Kings on June 3 in Ahmedabad, speculation is swirling around the future of Virat Kohli. Reports suggest that if RCB lifts the trophy, Kohli might announce his retirement from the IPL, marking the end of a glorious 17-year association with the franchise.
Kohli has been the face of RCB since the league’s inception in 2008, and despite his personal brilliance, an IPL title has always remained elusive. With RCB now just one win away from their maiden championship, fans and experts believe Kohli could choose this as the perfect moment to sign off from the league on a historic high.
This season, the former India captain has been in outstanding form, scoring 602 runs in 13 matches, including eight half-centuries. He currently leads the run charts and has already cemented his place as the highest run-scorer in IPL history with 8,004 runs.
In the Qualifier 1, RCB defeated Punjab Kings by eight wickets, securing their place in the final. Though Kohli managed just 12 runs in that match, his on-field leadership and experience were vital to the team’s success.
While Kohli has not made any official statement regarding retirement, media reports suggest that a title win could influence his decision. Earlier in April, Kohli dismissed similar rumors, stating he was committed to continuing with RCB. However, the emotional weight of finally winning the IPL could prompt a change of heart.
