India, April 15 -- Struggling reportedly due to an ankle injury, Virat Kohli will play in IPL for the first time as an impact player. Following toss in the IPL 2026 game against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 15, Wednesday, it was revealed that the former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain will feature as an impact player. With Kohli once claiming that he doesn't want to play as an impact player, it has sparked buzz among fans whether the star batter will retire from IPL soon.

Is Virat Kohli nearing IPL retirement?

While Kohli is known for his impact with the bat, the 37-year-old is equally influential on the field due to mere presence and the ability to take some electrifying catches. His 120 catches in 279 games are th...