Virat Kohli Bids Adieu to Test Cricket Era
Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket after a stellar 14-year career, scoring 9230 runs and leaving an indelible legacy. The cricket community pays tribute to his achievements and impact. Now, he focuses on ODIs, having previously retired from T20 Internationals, altering the landscape of Indian cricket.
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The cricket world bid farewell to an era as Indian batsman Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket after an illustrious 14-year career. Kohli racked up 9230 runs over 123 Tests at an average of 46.85, and delivered 30 centuries, securing his place among the cricketing elite.
At 36, Kohli steps away from the Test format to concentrate on One-Day Internationals, having already exited T20 Internationals last year. Tributes poured in from various quarters, with the BCCI lauding him as a forever-cherished member and the ICC celebrating him as one of India's Test greats.
His IPL team echoed feelings of loss alongside expressing gratitude for Kohli's passion and leadership. Former teammates and rival players hailed his legacy, notably his impact on fitness, aggression, and pride in the sport—hallmarks that will inspire future generations of cricketers.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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