Virat Kohli Retires from Test Cricket: The End of an Era for Indian Cricket
Indian cricket fans around the world are bidding farewell to a modern legend — Virat Kohli, who has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket. Revered for his aggressive style, match-winning abilities, and transformative leadership, Kohli’s departure marks the end of a golden chapter in India’s red-ball cricket history.
Career Overview: Numbers That Speak Loud
Kohli stands 5th in the list of highest run-scorers for India in Test cricket, behind only Tendulkar, Dravid, Gavaskar, and Laxman. His seven double centuries are the most by any Indian in Tests and the fourth-most in world cricket.
Virat Kohli: The Captain Who Changed Indian Test Cricket
Before Kohli took over the captaincy from MS Dhoni in 2014, India’s overseas Test performances were inconsistent. Under Kohli’s leadership:
India won their first-ever Test series in Australia (2018–19)
Reached the ICC World Test Championship Final in 2021
Went unbeaten at home for 8 years
Reclaimed and held the No. 1 ICC Test Team ranking for 42 months
His aggressive, fitness-driven culture instilled mental resilience and professionalism in the team, building a pace attack that could win Tests abroad — a rarity for India before his era.
Signature Moments in Kohli’s Test Career
1. 119 at Johannesburg (2013) – His first Test century in South Africa under testing conditions.
2. 141 vs Australia (Adelaide 2014) – A fearless knock that almost pulled off an impossible chase.
3. 200 vs West Indies (2016) – His maiden double century.
4. 254 vs South Africa (2019)* – His highest individual Test score.
5. Series win in Australia (2018-19) – Historic captaincy feat.
Comparison with Other Greats
A comparison line chart of Kohli’s Test stats with Sachin Tendulkar, Steve Smith, and Joe Root.
Fan Reactions: A Nation Mourns, Celebrates
Virat Kohli didn’t just play Test cricket — he redefined it. From fitness benchmarks to mental toughness and leadership transformation, his legacy will continue to inspire future generations.
The whites may be folded away, but the memories he created will never fade. Thank you, King Kohli, for the runs, the roars, and the relentless pursuit of greatness.
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