The internet is abuzz with speculation as ‘ROKO’ (Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli) trends online amid rumours of an impending retirement announcement. With the Champions Trophy 2025 final on the horizon, reports suggest that Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja may take a final call on their ODI careers, regardless of the tournament’s outcome.

Should India clinch the title, Rohit Sharma will etch his name alongside MS Dhoni as the only Indian captain to win multiple ICC trophies. However, with Rohit and Virat having already retired from T20Is after India’s World Cup victory in Barbados, fans are bracing for another emotional farewell. Reports indicate that Rohit will discuss his future with BCCI chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar post-tournament, intensifying speculation.

Social Media reaction

Rohit’s emotional display during the national anthem ahead of the semi-final has only added fuel to the rumours. 

Social media is flooded with reactions, with one user on X writing, “Virat hugging Jadeja after his last over—appreciation or a retirement sign?”

Another pleaded, “Bhai, retirement na announce kar dena, main depression me chala jaaunga.”

As India prepares for a high-stakes final, the looming question remains—will this be the last ODI outing for three of India’s cricketing stalwarts? Fans anxiously await an official word, but for now, the internet remains divided between hope and nostalgia.