NEW DELHI: Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli has posted a cryptic message on social media ahead of the upcoming ODI series against Australia. Kohli who last represented India in the Champions Trophy final in March 2025, has not played an official match since the IPL 2025 season.

Kohli is expected to feature in India’s first ODI against Australia on Sunday. His recent social media post has sparked curiosity among fans, as he wrote on X:

“The only time you truly fail, is when you decide to give up.”

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma touch down in Perth as Team India arrives for Australia Tour - WATCH

Fans have been closely following the message, reading it as a glimpse into Kohli’s mindset as he returns to international cricket in the 50-over format. There is also growing speculation about his future in ODIs, with media reports suggesting that the batting legend could consider retirement from the format in the near future.

The series is particularly significant as Kohli is now solely focused on the ODI format, having already retired from both Test and T20 International cricket to manage his workload and target global limited-overs events. Team India will be playing three ODIs in Australia, followed by five T20Is. Kohli's form will be crucial not only for this tour but also as the team begins its long-term preparations for the ODI World Cup 2027.