Virat Kohli Announces Retirement from Test Cricket, BCCI Urges Him to Reconsider

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Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket, marking the end of an illustrious 14-year career in the longest format. The decision comes just weeks before India’s crucial five-match Test series against England, leaving fans and cricket analysts stunned.

Kohli’s Retirement Decision & Career Stats

Kohli has informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that he is stepping away from Test cricket.
He has played 123 Tests, scoring 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, with 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries.
Kohli is India’s fourth-highest run-scorer in Test history, behind Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and Sunil Gavaskar.

BCCI’s Response & Request for Reconsideration

The BCCI has urged Kohli to reconsider his decision, citing his importance in the upcoming England tour.
Officials believe Kohli’s experience and leadership are crucial for India’s transition phase in Test cricket.

Impact on India’s Test Team & Leadership Void

Kohli’s retirement follows Rohit Sharma’s recent exit from Test cricket, leaving India without its two most experienced batters.
The selectors are now considering Shubman Gill as a potential captain, given Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness concerns.

Fan & Expert Reactions

Cricket legends like Brian Lara and Ambati Rayudu have urged Kohli to reconsider his retirement, emphasizing his importance to Test cricket.
Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu stated that Kohli’s timing is not ideal, given India’s upcoming high-stakes England tour.

Future Outlook & Kohli’s Focus on ODIs

With his Test and T20I career behind him, Kohli is expected to focus solely on ODIs, aiming for the 2027 World Cup in South Africa.
His retirement marks the end of an era, as he was India’s most successful Test captain, winning 40 out of 68 matches.

This historic announcement signals a major shift in Indian cricket, as Kohli steps away from the format he once dominated.

Sources: Hindustan Times, NewsBytes, Times Now, News18, MSN, MSN

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