IPL 2025: There is a trust factor of relying on each other, says Kohli on bond with Rohit

IANS April 6, 2025 257 views

Virat Kohli highlighted the remarkable bond he shares with Rohit Sharma, tracing their cricket journey from young talents to seasoned international players. Their relationship evolved through shared leadership, mutual learning, and consistent performance for Team India. The duo's partnership has been instrumental in winning multiple tournaments, including the Champions Trophy and T20 World Cup. Kohli expressed gratitude for their long-standing friendship and professional collaboration.

"There's a trust factor that builds in terms of you can rely on each other to do the job for the team" - Virat Kohli
IPL 2025: There is a trust factor of relying on each other, says Kohli on bond with Rohit
Mumbai, April 6: Talismanic batter Virat Kohli spoke about his bond with his long-time teammate and India skipper Rohit Sharma, saying that there's always been a trust factor between them as they have relied on each other to do the job of winning matches for the team.

Key Points

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Kohli and Rohit share deep cricket understanding

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Teammates since early career stages

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Pivotal in India's international victories

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Mutual respect defines their partnership

Kohli and Rohit will next meet each other on the field when Royal Challengers Bengaluru takes on five-time champions Mumbai Indians in a crucial IPL 2025 clash at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday.

"I think it's a very natural thing to take place when you play with someone for so long and you share so much of your insight of the game. Initially, you're learning from each other; you're kind of growing in your careers at probably the same time, and you share all kinds of queries and questions.

"So there's a lot of back and forth that happens and also the fact that we worked very closely in terms of the leadership for the team. So there were always ideas discussed and more or less we would end up being on the same page in terms of what the gut feel of that particular situation or that particular game demands," said Kohli in a video posted on RCB's X account on Sunday.

Over the years, Kohli and Rohit have won numerous matches for India and were together in the side winning the 2013 and 2025 Champions Trophy, apart from finishing their T20I careers at the same time after winning the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup.

"There's a trust factor that builds in terms of you can rely on each other to do the job for the team. We have enjoyed our time playing together for so long for India. We were able to make our careers that long because when we were young, as I said, it was not certain that we were going to end up playing for 15 years for India.

"The journey was so long and consistently (going on). So, very, very, very grateful and very happy for all the memories, all the moments that we've shared and continue to do so," concluded Kohli.

Reader Comments

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Rahul P.
Their partnership has been legendary for Indian cricket! The way they complement each other's game is just 👌 Hope we get to see some magic when RCB faces MI tomorrow!
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Priya K.
While I appreciate their bond, I sometimes feel Kohli over-romanticizes these rivalries. The match should be about current performance, not just nostalgia. Still, looking forward to a good game!
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Amit S.
The 2024 T20 World Cup final was peak Kohli-Rohit partnership! That 96-run stand was everything 🇮🇳 Cricket won't be the same without them playing together for India anymore.
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Sanjana M.
Love how they've maintained mutual respect despite being from rival IPL teams. True sportsmanship! Though as an MI fan, I hope Rohit smashes Kohli's RCB all over Wankhede 😉
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Vikram J.
Their journey from young players to legends is what makes cricket beautiful. That Champions Trophy 2013 partnership against England still gives me goosebumps!
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Neha R.
As someone who grew up watching these two, this makes me emotional 🥺 Cricket won't be the same when they both retire. Cherishing every match they play now!

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IPL 2025 Virat Kohli Rohit Sharma Royal Challengers Bengaluru Mumbai Indians Cricket Friendship
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