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Virat Kohli Asked To Reverse Test Retirement Call By BCCI. Report Reveals His Reply

As the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) tries all it can to convince Virat Kohli on continue playing the Test format, the efforts are reportedly not producing the desired outcome. As per a report, Virat Kohli is keen to quit the longest format of the game and has already communicated the same to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selection committee. While a highly influential figure in the Indian cricketing spectrum has reportedly been asked to intervene in the matter, it has also been reported that Kohli doesn't want to change his stance.

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.

Shubman Gill Set To Lead India In Tests, Claims Report. Says Vice-Captain Will Be...

Flamboyant keeper-batter Rishabh Pant, in all likelihood, will be India's new vice-captain in Tests with talented batter Shubman Gill set to take charge of the national team in the traditional format. The choice of vice-captain seems to be a straight forward one as Pant is one of India' finest Test batters in overseas conditions and Jasprit Bumrah can't be considered for the role of deputy due to his stature and also when his own fitness is iffy, making him uncertain for full series. An average of 42 plus with hundreds in Australia, England and South Africa along with seven scores between 90 and 99 makes Pant of the best batters in the format.

"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.

"Selectors Offered Him Options": Behind Rohit Sharma's Retirement, Virender Sehwag's Theory

Former India opener Virender Sehwag hailed Rohit Sharma after the skipper announced his retirement from Test cricket on Wednesday. Taking to Instagram, the 38-year-old called time on his Test career and also stated that he will continue to represent India in the ODIs. The announcement came as a big surprise as the selectors are currently finalising the squad for the upcoming five-match Test series against England as Rohit's absence means that the committee also needs to find a new captain.

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Virat Kohli Asked To Reverse Test Retirement Call By BCCI. Report Reveals His Reply

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...'

Shubman Gill Set To Lead India In Tests, Claims Report. Says Vice-Captain Will Be...

"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

"Selectors Offered Him Options": Behind Rohit Sharma's Retirement, Virender Sehwag's Theory