'Happy for all the memories': Virat Kohli reflects on deep bond with Rohit Sharma ahead of MI vs RCB IPL showdown

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Apr 6, 2025, 17:35 IST

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Virat Kohli, ahead of the IPL 2025 match between RCB and MI, spoke about his long-standing bond with Rohit Sharma, highlighting their trust and shared insights. While RCB are in a strong position, MI have struggled, making their upcoming game crucial. Kohli expressed gratitude for their shared journey and the memories created with Team India.

'Happy for all the memories': Virat Kohli reflects on deep bond with Rohit Sharma ahead of MI vs RCB IPL showdown

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma (Photo credit: BCCI)

NEW DELHI: In the build-up to the high-voltage IPL 2025 clash between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday, RCB shared a heartfelt video of Virat Kohli speaking about his enduring bond with India teammate and MI stalwart Rohit Sharma.
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Kohli reflected on their years of camaraderie and mutual respect, saying, "It's a very natural thing to take place when you play with someone for so long. You share insight, learn from each other, and grow in your careers at the same time."
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He emphasised how the two have built trust over years of playing and leading together: "There were always ideas discussed and more or less we would end up being on the same page… There's a trust factor that builds — you can rely on each other to do the job for the team."

On their shared journey with Team India, Kohli added, "We have definitely enjoyed our time playing together for so long. Very grateful and happy for all the memories, all the moments we've shared and continue to do so."
While Kohli's RCB sit second on the table with two wins from three games, MI have struggled, managing only one win in four matches and currently placed eighth.

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As both teams prepare for a crucial encounter, fans are set to witness not just a contest of bat and ball, but also the reunion of two legends who have shaped Indian cricket together.

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