3 Cricket Legends Who Might Retire After ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final

This afternoon, India and New Zealand will face off in the highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final at the Dubai International Stadium. Both teams have shown outstanding performances, with India remaining unbeaten and New Zealand losing just one match before the final. However, the tournament might mark the end of an era for some legendary cricketers. Here are three cricket stars who could retire from ODI cricket after the final.

Kane Williamson may retire due to age and injury concerns.
Rohit Sharma could step aside as India transitions to a younger squad.
Virat Kohli might retire after a dominant tournament performance.
BCCI is likely to appoint a new ODI captain after the Champions Trophy.
The 2025 final could be the last ODI match for these three legends.

1. Kane Williamson

New Zealand’s former captain, Kane Williamson, has been a standout performer in the Champions Trophy 2025. He has scored 189 runs at an average of 47.25 and a strike rate of 85.91. Since his debut in 2010, he has been New Zealand’s leading run-scorer in ODIs. However, frequent injuries have affected his career, keeping him out of action multiple times.

Age: 34 (Turning 35 in August 2025)
Champions Trophy 2025 Performance: 189 runs
ODI Career Start: 2010

With the next ICC ODI event set for 2027, Williamson might choose to step away from the format and focus on Test cricket or T20 leagues.

2. Rohit Sharma

Indian captain Rohit Sharma has struggled with form in this tournament, scoring only 104 runs at an average of 26. Since January 2024, he has averaged just 31.36 across formats. At nearly 38 years old, his future in ODIs has been widely debated.

Age: 38
Champions Trophy 2025 Performance: 104 runs
ODI Captaincy Future: Uncertain

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Reports suggest that the BCCI is considering Shubman Gill or Hardik Pandya as India’s next ODI captain. With India preparing for the 2027 World Cup, Rohit may step aside to allow younger players to build the squad.

3. Virat Kohli

The legendary Virat Kohli has been India’s best batter in the Champions Trophy 2025, scoring 217 runs at an impressive average of 72.33. Despite his excellent fitness, Kohli might consider retiring from ODIs after the final, especially if India wins the trophy.

Age: 36
Champions Trophy 2025 Performance: 217 runs
Recent Retirement: T20 cricket after 2024 T20 World Cup

With the next ODI World Cup in 2027, Kohli will be 38 years old, and he may opt to focus on Tests and T20 leagues instead.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final could mark the end of an era for three cricketing greats. If India wins, Kohli might walk away on a high. Rohit Sharma could also retire amid captaincy changes, while Kane Williamson might bid farewell to ODIs due to fitness concerns. Cricket fans worldwide will be eager to see if these legends play their last ODI match today.

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