India great Virat Kohli retires from test cricket
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Seasoned seamer Mohammed Shami launched a scathing tirade after reports claimed that his involvement in India's upcoming tour of England depends on his ability to bowl sustained spells, and some even indicated his imminent retirement.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma announced their retirement from Test cricket, a development that happened just weeks before the scheduled selection meeting for the tour of England in late June. Having earlier retired from T20 internationals following India's World Cup win in June 2024 in Barbados,
Delhi coach Sarandeep Singh was unexpectedly surprised by Virat Kohli's retirement from Test cricket, as he anticipated Kohli's participation in the forthcoming England series.
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India Today on MSNVirat Kohli refused to be 2nd best, changed the way India competed overseas: BCCI presidentBCCI president Roger Binny has praised Virat Kohli for his exceptional leadership in Indian Test cricket. Kohli's retirement closes a significant chapter, highlighting his impact on India's overseas success and cricket culture.
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Virat Kohli played under the guidance of several prominent Indian cricketers—Kumble, Shastri, Dravid, and Gambhir.
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Asian News International on MSN2016-19: Four glorious prime years of Virat Kohli that produced unmatched consistency, aggression and auraLegendary Indian batter Virat Kohli bowed out from Test cricket on Monday after a glittering 14-year, 123-match-long career that will be remembered for his unmatched intensity, passion, and tactical intelligence in Tests and particularly for a very strong prime period which saw him establish plenty of records across the globe.
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India Today on MSNVirat Kohli brought the fitness culture to India Test team: Cheteshwar PujaraIndia batter Cheteshwar Pujara recalled how Virat Kohli revolutionised the team's Test cricket culture by prioritising fitness, intensity, and a results-driven mindset — setting new standards that reshaped the way India approached the red-ball format.
Virat Kohli's Test retirement shocked fans. Paparazzi confronted him at Mumbai airport. They expressed sadness over his decision. One said they would stop watching Test cricket. Kohli seemed surprised.