After returning to international cricket following a four-month break, Virat Kohli opened up about how the rare time away from the game helped him recharge both physically and mentally. Speaking to Fox Cricket, the star batter reflected on his packed career and the benefits of finally taking some time off.
“Well to be honest, I mean the amount of cricket I’ve played over the last 15-20 years, I’ve actually not rested at all if that makes sense. I’ve probably played the most number of games in the last 15 years in international cricket, combining the IPL together as well,” Kohli said.
The 35-year-old admitted that the break was much-needed after years of continuous cricket, which included international fixtures and IPL commitments.
“So for me, it was a very refreshing time off — I’m feeling as fit, if not fitter, than I’ve ever been before. And yeah, you can just feel the freshness when you know you can play the game, and mentally you know what to do out there; it’s just the physical preparation that really needs to be taken care of.”
Kohli’s return comes as India face Australia in a three-match ODI series in Perth, marking his first international appearance since the Champions Trophy 2025. His comments underline his renewed energy and motivation ahead of a busy cricketing calendar leading up to the T20 World Cup next year.
