With 9,230 runs, 30 centuries, and 31 fifties in 123 Tests, Kohli retired as India’s fourth-highest run-getter in the format. The dashing right-handed batter is known for his fierce determination, fitness, and winning mindset, and those traits redefined India’s approach to Test cricket.
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The former Indian opener further said that fitness was never an issue for Kohli, saying he is fitter than most players, even at 36, and could easily have played in the traditional format of the game for at least two more years. His fitness was the major reason behind Sehwag’s shock at his call.
Retirement is a personal decision: Sourav Ganguly on Virat Kohli's Test retirement
Meanwhile, Sourav Ganguly has also shared his thoughts on Virat Kohli’s sudden decision to retire from Test cricket. The former Indian captain praised Kohli’s incredible career and acknowledged the impact he, along with Rohit Sharma, had on Indian cricket.
Sourav Ganguly was quoted as saying by PTI, “Retirement is a personal decision. It is his decision to retire. It has been a fantastic career, and Virat Kohli has been a fantastic cricketer, and so has Rohit Sharma... His decision has surprised me.”
Virat Kohli on fire with the bat for RCB in the IPL 2025
Notably, Kohli was set to make his first appearance after his Test retirement on May 17, but rain didn’t allow the Chinnaswamy crowd to make him feel special, as the IPL 2025 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders was washed out.
He has been in stunning form with the bat, amassing 505 runs in 11 innings at a superb average of 63.13 and strike rate of 143.47 with the help of seven fifties so far. The former RCB captain is currently the fourth leading scorer in the tournament at the moment. Kohli’s form played a significant role in RCB reaching the top of the IPL 2025 points table.
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