King is back! Virat Kohli returns to cricket practice for first time since IPL 2025 in London

Former India captain Virat Kohli has returned to cricket practice after a short break. Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket and did not feature in the recently concluded India vs England series. However, with an ODI series against Australia on the horizon, the 36-year-old has begun working his way back into match fitness.

Virat Kohli trains in London with GT coach

Virat Kohli last played a competitive cricket game in the IPL 2025 Final against Punjab Kings. The 36-year-old has since enjoyed a well deserved break, staying away from the spotlight. Kohli is settled with his family in London and his only public appearance was at the Wimbledon Championships in July.

Noe rejuvenated, Kohli is working back into cricket mode. The Indian cricket legend is only active in ODIs, having retired from T20Is and Tests in the last 12 months. He sough the help of Naeem Amin, an assistant coach with Ashish Nehra at the Gujarat Titans. Amin runs the Mighty Willow Academy in London and has also worked with Sunrisers Hyderabad in the past.

“Thanks for helping out with the hit brother. Always lovely to see you,” Kohli wrote in an Instagram story, sharing a photo with and tagging Amin.