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Virat Kohli Bids Farewell to Test Cricket – A Legacy Etched in Red-Ball History

Virat Kohli raising his bat and celebrating after scoring a Test century, wearing the official Indian Test jersey, with the stadium in the background.

Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket, closing the chapter on a remarkable 14-year journey that saw him redefine India's approach to the longest format. With 123 Tests, 9,230 runs, and 30 centuries, Kohli’s leadership and batting prowess cemented his legacy as one of the greatest red-ball players. While he steps away from Test cricket, he continues to represent India in ODIs and T20s, alongside his role as a key player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the IPL. His farewell marks the end of an era, but his influence on red ball cricket remains everlasting.