In a surprising move, former Indian captain Virat Kohli has announced his immediate retirement from Test cricket, just weeks before India’s tour of England.
The 36-year-old leaves the format with a remarkable tally of 9,230 runs in 111 matches, placing him fourth among India’s highest Test run-scorers, after legends Tendulkar, Dravid, and Gavaskar.
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Kohli shared a heartfelt note on social media, reflecting on his 14-year journey in Test cricket. “Wearing the whites for India changed my life. It pushed me, molded me, and taught me invaluable lessons,” he wrote. “Though it’s a tough farewell, I believe it’s the right time. Test cricket gave me everything.”
His decision follows Rohit Sharma’s recent exit from Test cricket, prompting fresh concerns about the future of India’s batting strength in the format.
Beyond his batting brilliance, Kohli also left a legacy as a dynamic captain who led India to a historic Test series win in Australia and a long-standing reign at the top of the world rankings.
