Cricket World Bids Farewell (Source: @Sulemannagori23/x.com, @ABdeVilliers17/x.com, @GautamGambhir/x.com)
The month of May is bringing consecutive heartbreaks to the Indian fans. After the IPL suspension and Rohit Sharma’s retirement, they were already heartbroken, but the biggest one was yet to come.
Along with the rumors of retiring from the longest format, Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Tests. As Kohli bids farewell to one of his most beloved formats, the cricketing fraternity showers him with love and respect.
Jersey Number 18 Signs Off
Over the years, the cricket world has been mesmerized by King Kohli’s brilliance. From being a youngster to being an absolute legend, Virat Kohli has come a long way and created an undisputed legacy. But on May 12, he bid farewell to the longest format, saying “#269 signing off”. That post was enough to make the entire cricket world emotional.
Making his debut in 2011 against the West Indies, Kohli became a monumental figure in Indian cricket. Both as a player and captain, he pushed Team India to remarkable heights in Tests. In 123 matches, Virat Kohli scored 9230 runs with 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries with an average of 46.85. Along with that, he decked up with a glorious Test career with some untouchable milestones.
Despite a stunning century in Perth, the legend struggled in the last Test series. The speculation of his retirement spread days after Rohit Sharma’s retirement. Fans clung to hope, praying the rumors were false, but the moment they dreaded finally arrived. Though he’s closed the chapter, world cricket will forever celebrate his unmatched legacy in the longest format.
Cricket World Bid Him Farewell
After 14 years of unreal brilliance in the whites, as the legend has hung up his boots, the entire cricket world has showered praises on this exceptional career.
Let's have a look on those heartwarming tweets
"Congratulations Virat on an incredible test career. From the time i saw you, knew that you are special. The intensity that you brought and the sheer passion with which you played Test cricket was a joy to watch. You were a great ambassador of Test cricket and wish you the best of times ahead in One Day Cricket @imvkohli," -@virendersehwag
"Biggest brand of the modern cricket era who gave it all for cricket’s oldest format. Test cricket owes that debt to Virat Kohli." @sanjaymanjrekar
"Your passion & leadership in Test cricket have inspired millions, brother! Love and respect bro @imVkohli . Sad to see you step away, but your legacy will live on." @ImRaina
"Test cricket brought out the fighter in you and you gave it everything! You played the way greats do, with hunger in your heart, fire in your belly and pride in every stride. Proud of what you've done in whites. Go well King Kohli!" - @YUVSTRONG12
"A man with lion’s passion! Will miss u cheeks…." - @GautamGambhir
"Congrats to my biscotti @imVkohli on an epic Test career! Your determination & skill have always inspired me. True legend!" - @ABdeVilliers17
"There was something about @imVkohli in whites. It wasn’t just skill. It was intent. He didn’t want to survive. He wanted to dominate. To conquer. And in the process, he gave us 14 years of unforgettable memories. Best of luck for your journey ahead," @jhulanG10
Virat Kohli in the longest format is not just a name, it's a story of determination, hard work, passion, and endless hunger to become better every day. Last 14 years, the cricket world has witnessed an unreal talent who created some unreal milestones in the longest formats. Even after stepping down as captain, King Kohli continued to shine with unmatched brilliance, guiding his side. As his journey in Test cricket draws to a close, fans will cherish his legacy.
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