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To Force Virat Kohli U-Turn On Test Retirement, Navjot Singh Sidhu's "50% Sunil Gavaskar" Analogy

The reports that Virat Kohli wanted to quit Test cricket have shaken the entire cricketing spectrum. Kohli, arguably the poster boy of the longest format of the game in the last decade or so, has done wonders in the format, while also breathing new life into it. However, Kohli's message to the BCCI, wanting to follow skipper Rohit Sharma's suit and bow out of the format, has left the lovers of the game bewildered. Former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu has urged Kohli to not only reconsider his decision but also lead the Indian team in England.

"We Don't Blame You": Virat Kohli Mocked By England's County Championship Over Test Retirement

The Indian cricket selection committee is in complete jeopardy ever since skipper Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Tests. To make matters worse, some reports also emerged that stated that star batter Virat Kohli is also looking to bow out from the longest format of the game. This report left everyone stunned, as many former cricketers came forward and expressed their dissatisfaction over it. Though an official word is yet to come from Kohli's side, the selectors are facing a tough time is finalising the squad for the upcoming five-match Test series against England.

Shubman Gill's Gujarat Titans Teammate To Replace Rohit Sharma In Indian Team: Report

With Rohit Sharma announcing his retirement from Test cricket and Virat Kohli communicating the same intent to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), one or two spots in the team for the longest format are set to open up ahead of the England tour. Though skipper Rohit's exit has already been confirmed, the BCCI is doing all it can to make Kohli reconsider his decision. The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee, however, has already been tasked with the responsibility of finding replacements for the veteran duo. One name that has emerged at the top of the wishlist is Sai Sudharsan, Gill's teammate at his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, Gujarat Titans.

Virat Kohli Test Retirement Plans Revealed: Reports Says 'Having These Conversations For...'

Indian batting legend Virat Kohli has communicated to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) about his intention to retire from Test cricket, reported ESPNCricinfo on Saturday. This report comes just two days after batter and his long-time teammate Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from whites and just over a month before India kickstarts its ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 campaign against England with a five-match series, starting at Headingley from June 20 onwards. As per ESPNCricinfo, Virat has been having such conversations with the board over the past month or so. If Virat indeed retires, it would mark the end of an illustrious Test career of 14 years, during which he made 9,230 runs in 123 Tests at an average of 46.85, with 30 centuries. He is also India's most successful Test captain ever, having won 40 out of 68 Tests with the armband.

"Not At All Surprised...": Sourav Ganguly's Big Take On Rohit Sharma's Test Retirement

Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Test cricket, leaving all the fans and cricket experts utterly surprised. The announcement came as a big surprise as the Indian selectors were looking to pick the squad for the upcoming five-match Test series against England. Rohit, who played 67 Tests for India, took to his social media to break the news, following the reports that he wouldn't captain in the Tests against England. Recently, former India skipper Sourav Ganguly backed Rohit's decision, stating that it was the right time for him.

On Talks Of Virat Kohli Quitting Test Cricket, Report Says 'Gautam Gambhir Wants...'

Reports of Virat Kohli quitting Test cricket have been doing rounds on social media. On Saturday, it was reported by the Times of India (TOI) that Kohli informed BCCI about his wish to retire from the longest format of the game. The report also mentioned that while the BCCI wants Kohli to play the upcoming five-match Test series in England, he is yet to respond to the board's request. While speaking to NDTV, a BCCI source confirmed the development, saying that the board has requested Kohli to take time before taking a call on retirement.

"Was It His Own Decision?": Ex-England Skipper's Shocking Take On Rohit Sharma's Test Retirement

Former England skipper Michael Atherton recently gave a shocking take on Rohit Sharma's sudden retirement from Test cricket. The Indian skipper called-time on his Test career ahead of the upcoming five-match series against England in June. Taking to social media, Rohit announced his decision and also stated that he will continue to play in ODIs for India. Rohit's decision came amid the reports which suggested that the selectors were not going to appoint him as the captain in Tests against England.

"I'm Done...": Virat Kohli's Warning To Teammates Revealed Amid Test Retirement Talk

The cricketing world was left stunned as reports claimed that Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli may announce his retirement from Test cricket just ahead of the series against England. Virat reportedly has been contemplating retirement since the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia and he has also spoken to BCCI officials about his decision. A report by Times of India revealed that Virat told his India teammates that 'he is done' with Test cricket. Virat had a horrible outing in the series against Australia and although his statements were 'not taken seriously', he reportedly wants to retire before the England Tests.

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To Force Virat Kohli U-Turn On Test Retirement, Navjot Singh Sidhu's "50% Sunil Gavaskar" Analogy

"We Don't Blame You": Virat Kohli Mocked By England's County Championship Over Test Retirement

Shubman Gill's Gujarat Titans Teammate To Replace Rohit Sharma In Indian Team: Report

Virat Kohli Test Retirement Plans Revealed: Reports Says 'Having These Conversations For...'

"Not At All Surprised...": Sourav Ganguly's Big Take On Rohit Sharma's Test Retirement

On Talks Of Virat Kohli Quitting Test Cricket, Report Says 'Gautam Gambhir Wants...'

"Was It His Own Decision?": Ex-England Skipper's Shocking Take On Rohit Sharma's Test Retirement

"I'm Done...": Virat Kohli's Warning To Teammates Revealed Amid Test Retirement Talk