In a surprising move that has left cricket fans and social media enthusiasts surprised, Virat Kohli, the star Indian batsman, has decided to hang up his cricketing gloves and shift his focus to a career that requires a different kind of ‘cover drive’ – Instagram.
Virat Kohli Is All Set To Announce His Retirement
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Yes, you read that right. Kohli, known for his aggressive playing style and cricketing talent, wants to shift his attention from the cricket field to Instagram.
The prolific run-scorer, known for his aggressive on-field persona and unmatched cricketing skills, has announced his retirement from international cricket to pursue a full-time career as an Instagram influencer. Kohli, who boasts millions of followers on the photo-sharing platform, believes it’s time to trade his cricket bat for the perfect selfie.
In an emotional Instagram post, Kohli wrote, “Cricket has been my passion, but so has curated the perfect Instagram feed. It’s time for me to step into a new innings – an innings filled with filters, hashtags, and sponsored posts. Thank you, cricket, for the memories, but it’s time to focus on my follower count.”
Kohli will share glimpses of his daily life
According to the sources close to Virat Kohli, the stylish batter plans to share glimpses of his everyday life, from his morning workouts to his afternoon coffee sessions, ensuring that no aspect of his daily routine is left undocumented.
Besides this, Kohli also intends to launch a line of cricket-themed merchandise, from cricket bat-shaped phone cases to jerseys that double as fashion statements.
The decision has left cricket pundits bewildered, with many expressing disbelief at Kohli’s sudden career pivot. One fan wrote: “first the cover drive, now the cover photo – Kohli’s retirement is a plot twist we never saw coming.” Another fan posted, “From centuries on the pitch to a century of Instagram likes – Kohli’s journey is truly unique.”
As he bids farewell to cricket, fans can now expect to see more of the ‘Run Machine’ on their Instagram feeds.
