- Kohli says bond with Rohit evolved through shared learnings and leadership roles
- Dismisses rumours of fallout, highlights mutual respect and trust
- RCB show more promise than MI in IPL 2025 despite MI’s historical dominance
- Kohli grateful for long journey and cherished moments with Rohit in Indian cricket
Bengaluru, April 7, 2025 – As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) prepare to take on Mumbai Indians (MI) in a highly anticipated IPL 2025 clash on Monday, Virat Kohli has opened up about his long-standing relationship with Rohit Sharma. The two legends of Indian cricket, who have played together for over 15 years, are often viewed through the lens of rivalry, but Kohli has set the record straight on their camaraderie.
In a video shared by RCB, Kohli said, “It’s a very natural thing to take place when you play with someone for so long… there’s a lot of back and forth that happens, and we’ve shared many insights and learnings over the years.” He emphasized that mutual trust and shared leadership were the foundations of their bond, especially during their time together in the Indian dressing room.
Kohli, who has captained RCB and India with distinction, further explained that their decisions often aligned due to shared instincts and understanding of the game. “We would end up on the same page in terms of the gut feel of that situation. There is a trust factor and the desire to do the job for the team,” he said.
Rumours have long circulated about a potential fallout between the two star players. However, Kohli dismissed such narratives as speculative, noting, “When we were young, it was not certain that we would end up playing for 15 years for India.” Reflecting on the journey, he added, “We’re very grateful and happy for all the memories and moments we’ve shared — and continue to do so.”
While Mumbai Indians remain one of the most successful IPL franchises, it is RCB who appear more promising in the 2025 season so far, in contrast to a struggling MI under Hardik Pandya.
As fans gear up for this electrifying match, the mutual respect between Kohli and Rohit adds an emotional dimension to an already intense on-field rivalry.
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