Did Virat Kohli Ask Steve Smith 'Your Last' Before Aussie Skipper Announced His ODI Retirement? Viral Video From CT 2025 Semis Sparks Speculation

Team India batting star Virat Kohli had seemingly asked Steve Smith if it was his last ODI following the Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia on Tuesday in Dubai. A video of the same surfaced on social media as Kohli's expression changed after a brief conversation with the Aussie great and the two embraced.

The 35-year-old Aussie great announced his retirement from ODI cricket on March 5, Wednesday, having played 170 ODIs and scoring 5800 runs alongside 12 centuries. He also top-scored for the Men in Yellow in the semi-final against India with 73 off 96 deliveries to propel their side to 264 but the inexperienced bowling attack weren't successful in defending the total.

"Test cricket remains a priority" - Steve Smith

In his retirement statement, Smith stated that he chose to bow out as he sees this as the perfect opportunity to build a team for the next 50-overs World Cup. However, the veteran said he is fully committed to keep playing Test cricket.

"It has been a great ride and I have loved every minute of it. There have been so many amazing times and wonderful memories. Winning two World Cups was a great highlight along with the many fantastic teammates who shared the journey. Now is a great opportunity for people to start preparing for the 2027 ODI World Cup so it feels like the right time to make way. Test cricket remains a priority and I am really looking forward to the World Test Championship final, the West Indies in the winter and then England at home."