The news of Virat Kohli’s retirement from Test cricket, one of the most trusted batsmen of Indian cricket, has shocked the entire cricket world. According to sources, Kohli has informed the BCCI about his decision, but the board has advised him to reconsider his experience in the upcoming five Test matches against England.

Virat Kohli’s decision has not only shocked the fans, but the BCCI is also advising him to take some more time before taking a final decision. After a brilliant performance in IPL 2025, the fans hoped that Kohli would shine once again in the England tour, but the news of sudden retirement has made everyone confused.

Kohli gave information to the board

It is reported from the sources that Virat Kohli has made it clear to the BCCI that he has made up his mind to say goodbye to Test cricket. It is being told that he has made up his mind and has informed the board that he wants to move beyond Test cricket. Confirming these speculation, the senior BCCI official said that we have requested them to take some time and consider it once again before the final decision.

Kohli’s departure after Rohit …

Rohit Sharma has already retired from Test cricket. If Virat Kohli also moves on this path, then Team India will go with inexperienced batting order on England tour. In such a situation, KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant will survive the most experienced batsmen. Virat Kohli’s form in Test cricket was falling continuously for the last few years. In the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, he definitely scored a century in Perth, but he could not leave the impact in the rest of the matches and his average in the entire series was only 23.75.
In the last 5 years, Kohli has scored only 1990 runs in 37 Tests, which includes only three centuries- they are very low according to his level.

However, in IPL 2025, Kohli made a great comeback and gave a gesture of his form by scoring more than 500 runs. For this reason, the fans hoped that they would perform strongly in England.

Kohli’s presence in dressing room is necessary: ​​BCCI

A senior BCCI official said that he is still very fit and has a hungry in the game. His presence in the dressing room boosts the morale of the entire team. The board is currently requesting Virat Kohli to postpone the final decision. There has been an uproar on social media as soon as the news of Virat Kohli’s possible retirement came to light. Fans on Twitter and Instagram are expressing their feelings with a hashtags like #N’Tretykohli. Fans hope that Kohli will overturn his decision by obeying BCCI.