After Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Announces Retirement From Test Cricket. Fans Aren’t Ready To Let Go!
On May 12, Virat Kohli took to his Instagram and announced his retirement from Test cricket.
May 12, 2025, has become one of the saddest days for Test cricket lovers. One of the most loved and cherished cricketers, Virat Kohli has retired from Test cricket. Earlier, several reports about the cricketer retiring from the format made the rounds on the internet. However, there wasn’t any official confirmation. Now, since an official statement has been released by Virat Kohli himself, fans aren’t ready to accept it. Read on to know more about it.
Virat Kohli Test Retirement
On Monday, cricket fans woke up to the very sad news of a legendary cricketer’s Test retirement. He took to his Instagram and penned a long note. The cricketer started the note by recalling his debut wearing the baggy blue for Test cricket. Virat Kohli never anticipated the journey this format would bring. It challenged him and taught lifelong lessons. Wearing whites felt personal for him. Stepping away from tests is tough but fitting for him. He gave his all, and the format rewarded him beyond expectations. The cricketer departs with deep gratitude for the game, teammates, and everyone who supported him. Lastly, he’ll always reflect on his Test career with a smile.
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Reacting to his note, one fan wrote, “He Revolutionized Test Cricket & left like a Legend King Virat Kohli, u will be missed.” Another fan wrote, “This guy is a beast when it comes to Test cricket in Australia We gonna miss this in Test cricket Happy retirement champ VIRAT KOHLI.”
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For the unversed, he made his Test cricket debut on June 20, 2011. He dominated the format as a captain and a player as well. We wish him a happy retirement!
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First Published: May 12, 2025 2:10 PM
