The final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 between India and New Zealand is underway at the Dubai International Stadium. The Blackcaps have put up a fighting total of 251/7 after stumbling in the middle overs. In the middle of this, a hug between Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja has sparked retirement speculations among fans. Jadeja bowled an excellent spell, conceding only 30 runs in 10 overs and picking a crucial wicket of Tom Latham. Soon after Jaddu completed his spell, Virat gave him a hug, which later caught the fan's attention.

While it isn't clear whether it was just a gesture of appreciation or a final hug between them, fans on social media are connecting the dots to Virat and Ashwin's hug during the BGT 2024-25 before the latter announced retirement.

Will Ravindra Jadeja retire from ODIs?

As of now, things are just being speculated and not confirmed regarding Jadeja's retirement from ODI cricket. An official statement from the player or BCCI would provide better clarity about the incident. Jadeja has been one of the great all-rounders for Team India for over a decade. Apart from his key contributions with bat and bowl, the player has been regarded as one of the best fielders in modern-day cricket.

Ravindra Jadeja has already quit the T20I format after Team India lifted the ICC T20I World trophy in 2024. He was one of the ones alongside Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to say goodbye to the shorter format. It would be interesting to see whether he makes any announcement after the completion of the ICC Champions Trophy.