Virat Kohli Breaks Silence on Test Retirement
For the first time since stepping away from Test cricket, Virat Kohli has spoken publicly about his decision. At a charity event hosted by Yuvraj Singh in London on July 8, 2025, Kohli made a light-hearted yet telling comment while speaking with Gaurav Kapur on stage. He jokingly said, “You know it’s time when you’re colouring your beard every four days.” The comment drew laughter, but it was a symbolic nod to aging and moving on from the demanding format of Test cricket.
Kohli had announced his retirement on May 12, 2025, through an emotional Instagram post. In it, he thanked the game, his teammates, and the fans for the journey, stating that he was stepping away with a heart full of gratitude. His final Test record is nothing short of remarkable—123 matches, 9,230 runs, 30 centuries, 7 double hundreds, and an average of 46.85. He remains the only Indian captain to have won a Test series in Australia.
Kohli Praises Shubman Gill and Reminisces with Yuvraj
At the event, Kohli also congratulated India’s new Test captain Shubman Gill for his exceptional 269-run knock in the second Test against England. He called Gill the “star boy” and expressed happiness over India’s commanding 336-run win at Edgbaston, which helped level the five-match series.
Kohli also reflected on his close bond with Yuvraj Singh, describing their friendship as one of the most special parts of his cricket journey. From their early days together in domestic cricket to winning the 2011 World Cup and supporting each other through personal challenges, Kohli said their bond is something he will cherish forever.
Kohli’s appearance at the event was filled with nostalgia and joy. He caught up with old teammates and cricketing legends like Kevin Pietersen and Ravi Shastri. Kohli, along with his wife Anushka Sharma, was also seen enjoying a Wimbledon match, signaling a peaceful new phase after retiring from red-ball cricket.
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