Tennis’ biggest tournament, Wimbledon, honored Kohli after cricketing great Virat Kohli had declared his retirement from Test cricket. The official Instagram account of Wimbledon India posted a congratulatory message, saying, “Congratulations on a splendid career in white, Virat Kohli ? ?
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Kohli Announces Test Exit After 14 Years
In a shock decision, Kohli announced on Monday morning his retirement from Test cricket. The experienced Indian batsman, who had been the pillar of India’s Test side for more than a decade, made the revelation in an Instagram post looking back at his career.
“14 years ago, I debuted in Test cricket with the loose blue. Truly, I never imagined the journey that this version of the game would take me on. It’s tested me, shaped me, and taught me lessons that I will carry for my life,” Kohli stated in his post.
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Emotional Farewell to the Format He Cherished
Kohli‘s valedictory message emphasized his personal attachment to the red-ball version. Posting his reflections in a moving tweet, he wrote, “There’s something intensely personal about playing in whites. The quiet grind, the long days, the small moments that no one sees but that stay with you forever. As I move away from this format, it’s not easy — but it feels right.”
A Career that Transcended Cricket
Kohli’s announcement elicited responses from fans and sporting legends across sports, with Wimbledon’s tribute reflecting his international fame. Renowned for his determination, passion, and leadership in Test cricket, Kohli’s retirement signals the end of an era in Indian cricket.
As tributes keep flowing in, the sporting fraternity is united in paying homage to one of contemporary cricket’s greatest ambassadors.
