When will Virat Kohli play Again after RCB win IPL 2025? Three Possible Series for Kohli's Return

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After 18 seasons of unwavering dedication, Virat Kohli has finally etched his name into Indian Premier League (IPL) history by leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to their maiden title in 2025. This monumental victory not only ends RCB's long-standing quest for the trophy but also adds a significant chapter to Kohli's illustrious career.

In the gripping final against Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, RCB secured a six-run victory. Kohli contributed a steady 43 runs off 35 balls, while Krunal Pandya's exceptional bowling earned him the Player of the Match award.

The emotional climax saw Kohli embracing his wife, Anushka Sharma, and inviting former teammates AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle to lift the trophy alongside him, symbolizing the culmination of years of perseverance and loyalty to the franchise.

The India legend has continued the celebrations in Bengaluru as well. On Wednesday (June 4), RCB players had a felicitation at the Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru, where they were welcomed with thousands of supporters. Following that, the celebration shifted to Chinnaswamy Stadium.

But as the dust starts to settle, the immediate thinking is when will the Indian fans see Virat Kohli again? The RCB star recently announced his retirement from Test cricket, which means he will not be part of the upcoming England Test series. With the next IPL still almost ten months away, Kohli's return to action can be prolonged.

When will Virat Kohli return to Action again?

Looking ahead, Kohli's next assignment with the Indian national team can be the upcoming ODI series against Bangladesh, scheduled for August 17, 20, and 23, 2025 on Bangladesh soil.

India will be playing 3 ODI series this year - three matches against Bangladesh, followed by two more 3-match ODI series against Australia (away) and South Africa (home) respectively.

This series will mark India's return to international cricket following the IPL season and offers Kohli an opportunity to extend his rich vein of form on the international stage. Kohli's recent performances have been nothing short of stellar. Prior to the IPL, he played a pivotal role in India's Champions Trophy triumph, amassing 218 runs across five matches, including a match-winning century against Pakistan and a crucial 84 in the semi-final against Australia.