Australia national cricket team ace batter Steve Smith announced his ODI retirement after his side was eliminated from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 tournament. Australia suffered a four-wicket defeat at the hands of Team India in the thrilling first semi-final match in Dubai. Despite the fierce competition between the two nations, Indian stalwart Virat Kohli found a way to win hearts. The former Indian captain was spotted hugging Steve Smith while both teams shook hands after the game. After the heartwarming moment between Virat Kohli and Steve Smith went viral on the social space, many fans speculated that the Indian stalwart knew the Smith ODI retirement news. In the viral video, Kohli asked Smith if this was his 'last ODI,' to which the Australian cricketer confirmed 'yes' as the two legendary cricketers hugged each other. Below are some of the viral reactions of fans about Virat Kohli and Steve Smith's emotional moment. Steve Smith Retires From ODIs: A Look at Australian Star Batsman's Stats and Records in One Day Internationals As He Announces Retirement.

Virat Kohli hugging Steve Smith

Virat Kohli Knew it Before!

Emotional Moment Between Two Great Cricketers

Empathetic Hug by Virat Kohli to Steve Smith

A Farewell Hug From Virat Kohli

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