Virat Kohli Retires from Test Cricket: End of an Era for King Kohli Fans
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One Crown Down: Virat Kohli Bids Adieu to Test Cricket
Indian cricket fans are grappling with a whirlwind of emotions following the sudden announcement of Virat Kohli’s retirement from Test cricket. Popularly known as King Kohli, the legendary batsman shared the news on Monday through an emotional social media post — marking the end of an illustrious chapter in Indian cricket.
With the IPL on pause and global tensions mounting, fans were already craving good news. But for supporters of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Kohli's retirement from the longest format of the game has added another layer of heartbreak.
Cricket Fraternity Reacts to Kohli’s Test Retirement
Syed Kirmani, 1983 World Cup Winner
“Virat still had a lot of cricket left in him. But with the intense schedule across formats, the mental and physical toll is massive. He’s been a great inspiration and perhaps now wants to focus on ODIs and IPL 2025. Maybe even bring the IPL trophy home for RCB.”
Irfan Sait, Director, Karnataka Institute of Cricket
“It’s disheartening to see the King step away. He deserved a grand farewell, maybe a final series in England. Like Sachin, Kohli should have had that one last Test match to say goodbye properly. India will miss the 'Virat factor' in whites.”
Vishwa Joshi, Cricket Fan and Treasury Manager
“Initially, I was disappointed. Kohli has faced criticism before and bounced back stronger. His past comebacks — especially in Australia and England tours — are legendary. I genuinely believe he had one more peak left in him.”
Devaprana Ghosh, Student
“I was emotionally prepared. Better to retire while on top than be benched. This could be a strategic move — Kohli may be gearing up for the 2027 ODI World Cup. That’s something to look forward to.”
Arunima Thakur, Intern
“Feeling nostalgic. Kohli’s fiery leadership against teams like Australia made Test cricket electric. His passion and aggression made every match thrilling.”
A Test Career to Remember
From his debut in 2011 to leading India to historic victories in Australia and dominating on home soil, Kohli redefined Indian Test cricket. His aggressive style, fitness standards, and unmatched intensity made him a generational icon.
Even during rough patches, Kohli showed grit, resilience, and class. His legacy in the longest format is etched in the hearts of millions.
What's Next for King Kohli?
While the red-ball journey ends, Kohli is far from done. His sights now seem firmly set on:
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IPL 2025 with RCB — chasing that elusive title
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ODI World Cup 2027 preparation
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Mentorship and building India's next cricketing generation
Final Thoughts
Virat Kohli’s Test retirement feels like the end of a golden era. But as fans, we look forward to watching him conquer new frontiers — with the same fire and passion that made us fall in love with cricket in the first place.
