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Virat Kohli Hailed As 'Most Influential Figure' Ahead Of Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni. Reason...

Australian batting great Greg Chappell feels Virat Kohli's Test retirement "marks the end of a thunderous era" in which he managed to "eclipse" the great Sachin Tendulkar in terms of making a cultural and psychological impact on India's cricketing identity. Writing in his column for 'ESPNCricinfo', Chappell, a former India head coach said Kohli's over a decade long career in the format that began in 2011, was a "reign forged in grit, fire, and audacity." "It closes the chapter on the most transformative figure in Indian cricket since Sachin Tendulkar; perhaps Kohli even eclipses him in terms of cultural influence and psychological impact on India's cricketing identity," Chappell wrote.

"Brand Ambassador Of World Cricket...": Virat Kohli Receives Huge Praise From Ex-Selector After Test Retirement

Former India cricketer and national selector Sarandeep Singh said he considers Virat Kohli as an icon and one of the greatest Test cricketers to have ever played the format. On Monday morning, Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing curtains on a glorious 14-year career, comprising of 9230 runs in 123 matches at an average of 46.85. "Virat is an icon actually. He is one of the greatest players to have played Test cricket. He always loved to play and win Test cricket matches all the time. He was always there to promote playing Test cricket ahead of everything. For me, Virat Kohli is the brand ambassador of world cricket and did so much to promote Test cricket amongst players and fans.”

Mohammed Siraj Gets Emotional After Virat Kohli's Test Retirement: "To My Superhero..."

India pacer Mohammed Siraj took to social media to congratulate his ‘superhero' after India batter Virat Kohli called curtains to his glorious time in Test cricket. Kohli, who made his Test debut in 2011, announced his retirement from red-ball cricket on Monday through a social media post. He finished his Test career with 9230 runs in 123 matches at an impressive average of 46.85 with 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries. Siraj made his Test debut during India's historic win at the 2020 Border Gavaskar Trophy. Although Kohli was the captain of the side heading into the series, he was forced to fly back to India for the birth of his first child which resulted in Siraj getting his debut cap by stand-in skipper Ajinkya Rahane during the second Test at Melbourne.

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Reaction to Virat Kohli's retirement from test cricket

Following are quotes and reaction after India batsman Virat Kohli announced his retirement from test cricket on Monday, bringing down the curtain on a sparkling career in the longest format of the game.

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Shaun Tait Appointed Bangladesh Pace Bowling Coach Until 2027

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has appointed former Australian speedster Shaun Tait as the national team's pace bowling coach until November 2027. The 42-year-old replaces Andre Adams, who parted ways with the team after a brief and underwhelming stint. Tait brings with him a wealth of experience both as a former international cricketer and as a bowling coach. A member of Australia's 2007 World Cup-winning squad, Tait played 59 international matches across formats and picked up 95 wickets with his express pace and raw aggression. In his coaching journey, he has previously worked with Pakistan, West Indies and Afghanistan, gaining valuable insights across cricketing cultures.

From Twin Centuries In Adelaide To 254 At Home: Virat Kohli's Greatest Test Knocks

From his debut century in Adelaide to a fighting knock in Perth, Virat Kohli's Test career has been full of powerful performances. He showed great skill and determination, whether playing in tough overseas conditions or leading the team at home. These special innings were not just about scoring runs - they showed his passion, focus, and love for the game. Kohli, a modern-day great and one of the most prolific batters in the history of Test cricket, announced his retirement from the longest format of the game at the age of 36 on Monday.

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Virat Kohli Hailed As 'Most Influential Figure' Ahead Of Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni. Reason...

"Brand Ambassador Of World Cricket...": Virat Kohli Receives Huge Praise From Ex-Selector After Test Retirement

Mohammed Siraj Gets Emotional After Virat Kohli's Test Retirement: "To My Superhero..."

Ireland captain Caelan Doris ruled out for four to six months

Reaction to Virat Kohli's retirement from test cricket

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Shaun Tait Appointed Bangladesh Pace Bowling Coach Until 2027

From Twin Centuries In Adelaide To 254 At Home: Virat Kohli's Greatest Test Knocks