Virat Kohli Prepares for Australia Series in London

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India batsman Virat Kohli has been training in London ahead of India’s One Day International (ODI) series in Australia this October, with images from his sessions shared widely on social media.

Photos from Lord’s Cricket Ground show Kohli practicing while interacting with fans. During his time in the UK, he was also seen with his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, walking through London streets. These appearances were noted for their casual and approachable nature.

Kohli has remained focused on on-field preparation. He shared images of an indoor training session with Gujarat Titans’ assistant coach Naeem Amin, expressing appreciation for the support. Amin responded on social media, highlighting Kohli’s professional relationships within Indian cricket.

Kohli last played in the IPL 2025 final, where he contributed to Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s title-winning campaign. With over 14,000 ODI runs and 51 centuries, Kohli continues to be among the leading players in the format. He scored 765 runs in the previous ODI World Cup, setting a tournament record.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) addressed speculation about possible farewell matches for Kohli and India captain Rohit Sharma. BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla dismissed the idea, stating that both players are still active in ODIs. “They haven’t retired. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are both playing One-Dayers. They haven’t taken retirement, so why are you talking about farewell matches?” Shukla said, emphasizing that the focus remains on current competitions.

Observers say Kohli’s training in London demonstrates his commitment to maintaining peak performance ahead of the Australia series. Analysts expect his disciplined approach and fitness levels to play a key role against one of India’s major international opponents.

The ODI series in Australia represents a significant challenge for the Indian team, with Kohli’s leadership and batting likely to be central to India’s performance. Social media reactions indicate excitement among fans, both for the matches and for glimpses into Kohli’s preparation.

For now, Kohli’s priority remains refining his skills and maintaining consistency, with his London training sessions reflecting a balance of personal and professional focus ahead of the competitive series.