Virat Kohli's gesture at Adelaide sparked retirement rumors, but his demeanor on Friday suggested his reaction was sentimental rather than symbolic.
Kohli and Rohit Sharma returned to international cricket after a seven-month hiatus, and every move they make is being scrutinized.
When Kohli, dismissed for a four-ball duck in the second ODI against Australia, raised his gloves as he walked off, the gesture set off a wave of speculation.
The entire ground gave Kohli a standing ovation, acknowledging the bond built over years, not the runs scored.
This was Kohli's second successive duck of the series.
Author's summary: Kohli's gesture sparks retirement rumors.