Virat Kohli Bids Emotional Farewell to Test Cricket
Former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket, sharing an emotional message with fans. Despite calls for him to continue, Kohli's decision follows a trend of veteran players leaving the format. His career is noted for redefining the game with aggressive play and remarkable achievements.
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In a significant development for cricket, former Indian captain Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket. This decision, revealed on Monday, brings an end to a remarkable career in which Kohli scored 9,230 runs in the format, earning him a distinguished place in India's cricket history.
Atul Wassan, a former cricketer himself, expressed support for Kohli's decision, acknowledging his substantial impact on the game. Wassan noted that Kohli redefined the standards of Test cricket with his aggressive style and sublime strokeplay, describing him as a player who shifted how the game is perceived and consumed by fans.
Kohli's decision adds to the ongoing trend of veteran Indian players retiring from Test cricket, following the recent exits of stars like Rohit Sharma and Ravichandran Ashwin. Despite his departure, Kohli's legacy as one of cricket's most magnetic figures is firmly cemented, having transformed and elevated the game during his illustrious career.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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