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.

SACHIN TENDULKAR, FORMER INDIA CAPTAIN

"As you retire from Tests, I'm reminded of your thoughtful gesture 12 years ago, during my last Test. You offered to gift me a thread from your late father. It was something too personal for me to accept, but the gesture was heart-warming and has stayed with me ever since.

"While I may not have a thread to offer in return, please know that you carry my deepest admiration and very best wishes.

"Your true legacy, Virat, lies in inspiring countless young cricketers to pick up the sport."

JAY SHAH, INTERNATIONAL CRICKET COUNCIL CHAIRMAN

"Thank you for championing the purest format during the rise of T20 cricket and setting an extraordinary example in discipline, fitness, and commitment."

RAVI SHASTRI, FORMER INDIA HEAD COACH AND ALL-ROUNDER

"Can't believe you are done. You are a modern-day GIANT and were a fantastic ambassador for Test match cricket in every way you played and captained.

"Thank you for the lasting memories you've given to everyone, and to me in particular. It's something I will cherish for life."

GREG CHAPPELL, FORMER AUSTRALIA CAPTAIN

"Kohli redefined expectations, challenged conventions, and symbolised the self-assured, unapologetic India of the 21st century," Chappell said in a piece on ESPN CricInfo.

"His departure leaves not only a statistical void but a seismic shift in energy - for there has never been another quite like him.

"No Indian captain had ever marshalled a team to such commanding overseas dominance. And no batter since Tendulkar had so unequivocally ruled in every