Overview
- Video and photos captured Aug 17–18 show Kohli and Sharma dressed casually and chatting with locals on London streets, with fan accounts such as @KohliSensation rapidly sharing the footage.
- Multiple outlets confirm the couple relocated to London after their son Akaay’s birth in February 2024 as they seek a quieter family environment for children Vamika and Akaay.
- Kohli is on a non-competitive break after leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to its first IPL title in June and will focus on fitness ahead of India’s three-match ODI series in Australia in October 2025.
- Retiring from T20Is after the 2024 World Cup and from Tests on May 12, 2025 has confined Kohli’s international duties to ODIs, drawing extra scrutiny to his form and availability.
- Pundits speculate that India’s lean ODI schedule through 2027 will amplify pressure on Kohli to score consistently and secure his place in future marquee tournaments.