Reports: Virat Kohli Stuns BCCI with Test Retirement Call Ahead of England Series

Cricket World in Shock as Kohli Plans Test Retirement

Another blow for cricket fans, as Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli has reportedly conveyed his intention to retire from Test cricket. The 36-year-old former India skipper, famous for his attacking game and unparalleled consistency, has communicated his decision to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). This decision to retire from Test cricket just a few days after Rohit Sharma’s retirement left fans shocked and led to many speculations. So Let’s take a look at Cricket World in Shock as Kohli Plans Test Retirement.

However, according to a report by the Indian Express, top BCCI officials have requested Kohli to reconsider, especially with a crucial tour of England on the horizon. As of now, Kohli has not responded to the board’s appeal.

“He has made up his mind and has informed the board that he is moving on from Test cricket. The BCCI has urged him to rethink as the crucial England tour is coming up. He is yet to revert on the request“ Source told to Indian Express.

Virat Kohli’s Test Stats: A Journey of Grit, Glory, and Greatness

Virat Kohli made his Test debut in 2011 against the West Indies. Since then, he has appeared in 123 Test matches, scoring 9230 runs. With consistent batting, he even became the fourth Indian batter with the highest Test runs behind Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and Sunil Gavaskar. In his outstanding career, he amassed 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries, putting him fourth on the list of Indian players with only Tendulkar (51), Dravid (36), and Gavaskar (34) ahead of him.

Kohli’s 14-year Test career has been marked by iconic performances and crucial leadership phases, including his tenure as India’s most successful Test captain. He is also one of the most India’s most Test-capped cricketers, trailing a few legendary players like Tendulkar, Dravid, VVS Laxman, Kapil Dev, and Gavaskar.

Kohli Ended T20I Career in Style

Kohli had earlier retired from T20 internationals in June 2024, immediately after India’s dramatic T20 World Cup win against South Africa. Kohli had featured in the final, delivering a match-winning contribution of 76 runs from 59 balls, and was declared Player of the Match.