Ever watch a game show and a question just feels… off? That’s exactly what happened on a recent Kaun Banega Crorepati episode. A question about Virat Kohli worth a massive ₹12.5 lakh didn’t just stump the contestant; it left his fans seriously upset.
The ₹12.5 Lakh Question
So, here’s the deal. Host Amitabh Bachchan, on the October 9, 2025, episode of KBC Season 17, posed this tricky question: “Which of these cricketers has scored more than 10,000 runs in ODIs but not in Test cricket?”.
The options laid out for the contestant were:
- Joe Root
- Virat Kohli
- Steve Smith
- Kane Williamson
Why This Hit a Nerve
The correct answer was, of course, Virat Kohli. And that’s where the trouble started. For his dedicated fans, this wasn’t just a piece of trivia. It was a painful reminder of his “untimely Test retirement.” Look, the man is a legend, but he retired just 770 runs short of hitting that coveted 10,000-run milestone in Test cricket. This question basically put a spotlight on the one major record he didn’t quite reach.
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You have to remember the context here. Kohli has been out of professional play since his Test retirement and after the IPL 2025 in June. So for many, the wound is still pretty fresh. The KBC question felt like it was rubbing salt in it, bringing back all the discussions and feelings about why he stepped away from the longest format of the game when he did.
What’s Next for King Kohli?
But there’s some good news for everyone who misses seeing him on the pitch. Despite the Test retirement drama, Kohli is all set to make a comeback. He’s slated to return to the Indian ODI team for the upcoming series against Australia. The series kicks off on October 19, with Shubman Gill taking the captain’s armband. It’s a whole new chapter.
So, was the question fair game for a high-stakes quiz show, or was it a low blow to one of cricket’s biggest icons and his supporters? It’s a tough call. But it definitely got everyone talking. What do you think?