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'Virat Kohli's Retirement A Huge Boost For...': Ex-England Star's Sensational Claim

Former England all-rounder Moeen Ali believes Virat Kohli's retirement from Test cricket is a “massive blow” to the format, hailing the Indian great as a “pioneer” whose passion and charisma brought fans to stadiums much like Sachin Tendulkar once did. As India prepares for a stern five-Test challenge in England starting June 20 at Headingley, Moeen acknowledged that the absence of Kohli and Rohit Sharma is a significant setback for the visitors — and a timely advantage for the hosts. “It's a massive blow to Test cricket. Virat was the one pioneer, the one guy in Test cricket that always pushed the format,” Moeen told Sky Sports. “He's done so much for the game, especially in India. I think after Sachin, he was the guy everybody came to watch. He filled out stadiums.”

"After Sachin Tendulkar, He Was The Guy...": Virat Kohli Gets Ultimate Praise After Test Retirement

Former England all-rounder Moeen Ali has backed the Three Lions to beat a depleted Indian team during the upcoming five-match Test series at home. India, following the retirements of their two stalwarts -- Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli -- will have their task cut out during the England tour, feel Moeen. Rohit announced his retirement last week before Kohli followed the suit on Monday, ending days of speculation about their uncertain future. Speaking to Sky Sports, Moeen suggested Rohit and Kohli's absence will be a huge boost for the hosts.

On Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's Test Retirement, R Ashwin's Blunt 'Gautam Gambhir Remark'

Former Indian cricket team spinner R Ashwin believes that the absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will cause a major 'leadership vacuum' in the upcoming Test series against England. Virat announced his retirement from Test cricket on Monday - just days after a similar decision by Rohit. As a result, the BCCI selectors now have the responsibility of picking the next Indian cricket team skipper. During the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, Jasprit Bumrah captained the side in absence of Rohit. While some media reports claimed that Shubman Gill is a top contender for the job, Ashwin believes that Bumrah deserves the captaincy but ultimately left the decision with the selectors.

Mohammed Shami Rips Into Report Claiming His Retirement On The Heels Of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma

Seasoned seamer Mohammed Shami launched a scathing tirade after reports claimed that his involvement in India's upcoming tour of England depends on his ability to bowl sustained spells, and some even indicated his imminent retirement. Shami hasn't bowled for India in the whites since the World Test Championship final against Australia in 2023. A long injury layoff kept Shami out of action after the ODI World Cup in the same year.

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's Retirements Decoded By Sunil Gavaskar: 'Different Story If..."

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has explained the logic Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's decision to retire from Test cricket ahead of the upcoming tour of England. Kohli made the shock announcement via social media on Monday, after Rohit also decided to retire from Test cricket last week. The two stalwarts of Indian cricket are expected to continue in ODIs only, having also announced their T20I retirements on the same day after the T20 World Cup final last year.

"Never Liked Practice Matches": Ex-India Coach's Big Revelation On Virat Kohli

Known for his intensity and an unrelenting desire to win, Virat Kohli never liked practice matches and instead preferred net sessions on the "spiciest" wicket with pacers having a go at him from 16 yards, former India bowling coach Bharat Arun said on Tuesday. Arun, who was part of the core coaching group during Kohli's golden years as India captain, described those times as the "best moments" of his career. "Indian and world Test cricket will miss him and his persona. I have spent some of my best moments as India's bowling coach with Virat Kohli as captain," Arun told PTI during an interaction.

On Virat Kohli's Test Retirement, Overseas Media Fires Huge Warning To BCCI: "Gut Punch..."

Tributes have been pouring in for star India batter Virat Kohli who announced his Test retirement on Monday through a lengthy social media. Kohli's announcement mark the end of an era and an illustrious career stretching nearly 14 years. In his Test career, the 36-year-old made 123 appearances, scoring 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, with 30 centuries and 31 fifties in 210 innings and a best score of 254 not out. With an unmatched following on social media, media organisations from across the globe also congratulated Kohli on a stellar Test career.

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'Virat Kohli's Retirement A Huge Boost For...': Ex-England Star's Sensational Claim

"After Sachin Tendulkar, He Was The Guy...": Virat Kohli Gets Ultimate Praise After Test Retirement

On Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's Test Retirement, R Ashwin's Blunt 'Gautam Gambhir Remark'

Mohammed Shami Rips Into Report Claiming His Retirement On The Heels Of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's Retirements Decoded By Sunil Gavaskar: 'Different Story If..."

"Never Liked Practice Matches": Ex-India Coach's Big Revelation On Virat Kohli

On Virat Kohli's Test Retirement, Overseas Media Fires Huge Warning To BCCI: "Gut Punch..."