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A supposed announcement from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has become popular on social media, stating that Indian cricket players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have chosen to come back from their retirement in T20 Internationals and Test cricket. The image being shared widely, which is dated April 1, 2026, claims to be an official statement, indicating that both athletes have opted to ‘take back’ their retirement and want to be available for selection once again. “After several months of thinking and talks with BCCI, we have come to a joint decision to take back our retirement from T20 Internationals and Test Cricket. We are ready for selection starting now,” says the announcement. “Our desire to represent the Tricolour at the highest level remains strong, and we believe we can still play an important role in the team's transition,” it continues. The post quickly caught the eye of fans, who expressed their excitement and surprise at the idea of the experienced pair returning to play in all formats.

Sadly, due to the absence of trustworthy support and the questionable timing, this viral news seems to be nothing more than an April Fool’s joke. A deeper look reveals serious doubts about the truth of this information. Furthermore, there has been no official confirmation from the BCCI through its verified accounts, nor any reliable news outlet has reported such an important update. The timing of the viral post coinciding with April 1, a day known for pranks and tricks on social media, confirms that it was indeed an April Fool’s joke.