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After Rohit Sharma And Virat Kohli, Another Senior India Star's Test Future In Jeopardy: Report

The upcoming five-match Test series against England is becoming nothing but a big headache for the Indian selectors. The biggest bomb came in the form of skipper Rohit Sharma's sudden Test retirement, who called time on his career in the longest format after playing 67 matches. Few days later, a report went viral on social media, stating that star India batter Virat Kohli is also contemplating his retirement from Test cricket. As these two shockers were not enough, the selectors have faced yet another blow in form of pacer Mohammed Shami.

"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.

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.

"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.

BCCI Official Breaks Silence On Virat Kohli Considering Test Retirement: "Requested..."

In a move that has sent ripples through the Indian cricketing fraternity, talismanic batter Virat Kohli has reportedly expressed his desire to retire from Test cricket. According to sources close to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the 36-year-old stalwart recently communicated his intention to step away from the longest format of the game. Kohli, who made his Test debut in 2011, has been a cornerstone of India's red-ball resurgence over the past decade. His aggressive captaincy, prolific batting and unmatched intensity have helped transform India into a formidable Test side both at home and abroad. With over 9,000 runs and 30 centuries in the format, Kohli's presence at the crease has been nothing short of iconic.

After Rohit Sharma's Sudden Test Retirement, This 25-Year-Old 'Being Considered' For Captaincy: Sources

Rohit Sharma has retired from Test cricket. The star batter announced the decision on Wednesday ahead of the Indian cricket team's Tour of England, that starts on June 20. Rohit, who till Wednesday was India's designated Test and ODI captain, was expected to lead the side in its upcoming Tour that consists five matches in the longest format. It will also be the start of India's campaign in the World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. Ahead of the England tour, sources told NDTV that Rohit will be removed as Test captain of the Indian cricket team. Notably, under Rohit's leadership, India won the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy.

Rohit Sharma Set To Be Sacked As India's Test Captain, This Youngster To Succeed Him: Sources

Rohit Sharma is all set to be sacked as India's Test captain ahead of the team's Tour of England, according to sources. Notably, Rohit, who till now is India's designated Test and ODI captain, was expected to lead the side in its upcoming Tour that consists five matches in the longest format, beginning June 20. It will also be the start of India's campaign in the World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. Ahead of the England tour, sources told NDTV that Rohit will removed as Test captain of the Indian cricket team. Notably, under Rohit's leadership, India won the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy.

India's Squad For England Tour: Rohit Sharma To Lead, Two IPL Stars Set To Return For Tests: Report

Rohit Sharma is all set to captain the Indian cricket team in the upcoming Test series against England with the BCCI shortlisting around 35 players fro the tour, according to a report by Times Of India. While there was some speculation over Rohit's position following the series loss against Australia, he is expected to stay as captain. The report also claimed that the selectors are keen to find a steady middle-order batter who can No. 5 or 6 with Karun Nair and Devdutt Padikkal being the top contenders. However, Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel have reportedly not part of the selectors' shortlist as of now.

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After Rohit Sharma And Virat Kohli, Another Senior India Star's Test Future In Jeopardy: Report

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

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

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

BCCI Official Breaks Silence On Virat Kohli Considering Test Retirement: "Requested..."

After Rohit Sharma's Sudden Test Retirement, This 25-Year-Old 'Being Considered' For Captaincy: Sources

Rohit Sharma Set To Be Sacked As India's Test Captain, This Youngster To Succeed Him: Sources

India's Squad For England Tour: Rohit Sharma To Lead, Two IPL Stars Set To Return For Tests: Report