Sports Bulletin On 16th March: From Virat Kohli Dropping Retirement Hint To Pakistan Achieving New Low Against New Zealand

In today's sports bulletin (March 16), Virat Kohli has dropped a retirement bombshell and the Pakistan cricket team have continued their woeful run as they lost the 1st T20I against New Zealand on Sunday.

Also, Lando Norris have won the Australian GP and Shardul Thakur was spotting training in an LSG jersey ahead of 2025 IPL season, sparking huge speculation. Let's read all the sports bulletin in brief below:

1) Virat Kohli Drops Retirement Date Hint With Bold 'Next Australia Tour' Statement

Virat Kohli, 36, has hinted that the ongoing Test series in Australia could be his last. The former India captain admitted to adapting mentally to batting failures, citing his struggles in past Australia tours despite a strong start, including a century in Perth.

2) Pakistan Continue Woeful Run! Men in Green Achieve New Low In 1st T20I Against New Zealand

Pakistan's tour of New Zealand began on a dismal note as they were bundled out for just 91 in the first T20I at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. This was their lowest T20I total against New Zealand, surpassing 101 in 2016, and their fifth-lowest overall, the worst since 83 against India in the 2016 Asia Cup.

3) Shardul Thakur To play for LSG? Latest Picture Sparks Speculation

Unsold in the IPL 2025 auction, Shardul Thakur is likely to play for Lucknow Super Giants after being spotted training with the team ahead of the season. The 33-year-old all-rounder, a veteran of 95 IPL games, was seen bowling in LSG's practice sessions.

4) Why Virat Kohli Is Not Posting On Social Media Anymore? RCB Star Explains Ahead Of IPL 2025

Virat Kohli avoids posting on social media as he finds it distracting and energy-draining. He believes sharing achievements doesn't change reality and prefers to focus his energy on his game and life instead.

5) New Zealand Thrash Pakistan By 9 Wickets in 1st T20I

New Zealand dominated Pakistan in the first T20I, securing a thumping 9-wicket win at Hagley Oval. They bowled out Pakistan for 91 in 18.4 overs and chased the target effortlessly in 10.1 overs.

6) Varun Chakaravarthy Admits His Bowling Style Doesn't Suit Test Cricket

Varun Chakravarthy believes his bowling style isn't suited for Test cricket as he bowls at a medium pace and lacks the stamina to deliver 20-30 overs consistently. He feels his strength lies in limited-overs formats, where he can manage shorter spells.

7) Ajinkya Rahane On Cusp Of History In IPL 2025 Opener vs RCB

Rahane was then appointed as Rajasthan Royals captain for the IPL 2018, and he also led the side in the 2019 season before being replaced by Steve Smith.

8) David Warner Set for Telugu Cinema Debut

David Warner will make a cameo in the Telugu film Robinhood, directed by Venky Kudumula and produced by Mythri Movie Makers. Starring Nithiin, the film is set for a worldwide release on March 28.

9) McLaren's Lando Norris wins Australian Grand Prix

Lando Norris kicked off the F1 2025 season with a thrilling win at the rain-hit Australian GP, holding off Max Verstappen. George Russell secured P3 for Mercedes, while Lewis Hamilton finished 10th on his Ferrari debut.

10) Shahid Afridi Slammed For 'Pakistan Is In ICU' Remark

Former ICC president Ehsan Mani has criticized Shahid Afridi for his remarks on Pakistan cricket, calling them driven by "personal agendas." Afridi had slammed the selection of Shadab Khan for the New Zealand tour, claiming Pakistan cricket was in the ICU.