Star India cricketer Virat Kohli, who shares a close bond with national football captain Sunil Chhetri, expressed that Chhetri is at peace with his decision to retire after the upcoming World Cup qualifying match against Kuwait. Kohli revealed that Chhetri had personally informed him about his retirement plans before making the announcement public.
Sunil Chhetri’s Retirement
Sunil Chhetri, India’s most capped player with 150 matches and the country’s top goal-scorer with 94 goals, announced his retirement on May 16. Kohli, in a short video interview on RCB’s ‘X’ page, spoke fondly of Chhetri, describing him as a great player and a lovely person. Kohli wished him the best for his future endeavors.
Family Update
In addition to discussing Chhetri’s retirement, Kohli shared a heartwarming update about his family. He mentioned that his daughter, Vamika, has recently started swinging a bat and is enjoying it. Kohli emphasized that he would not force his children to take up cricket or any other sport, emphasizing that it should be their choice.
Kohli and his wife, actor Anushka Sharma, welcomed their daughter Vamika in 2021 and recently celebrated the birth of their son, Akaay.
IPL and RCB’s Performance
Regarding the IPL, Kohli noted that RCB has made a strong comeback with five consecutive wins after a challenging start, lifting the team to the sixth position in the standings. He expressed happiness about making the fans proud and credited the team’s determination for their recent success.
Conclusion
Virat Kohli’s comments reflect his admiration for Sunil Chhetri’s career and his dedication to both his family and cricket. As a fellow sports icon, Kohli’s support for Chhetri’s decision to retire highlights the mutual respect and camaraderie between the two athletes.
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