New Delhi, May 12 -- Indian pace veteran Ishant Sharma, a long-time friend of star India batter Virat Kohli, hailed the 36-year-old for his successful journey in Test cricket, saying that it will inspire "countless players on how to play this game the right way".

Virat Kohli called time on his 14-year-long, 123-match big Test career on Monday, just over a month ahead of the England tour consisting of five Tests to kickstart India's ICC World Test Championship campaign of 2025-27.

Taking to X, Ishant wrote, "Your journey will inspire countless players on how to play this game the right way -- with heart, hunger, and honour. Test cricket won't be the same without you, Virat. Grateful to have shared so many moments together. @imVkohli."

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