Mumbai, May 12 -- On May 12, 2025, Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket. His long 14-year journey in the format comes to an end with 123 matches, 9,230 runs, and a strong average of 46.85. He also led India as captain in 68 of those matches.

In his Instagram post, he wrote, "It's been 14 years since I first wore the baggy blue in Test cricket. Honestly, I never imagined the journey this format would take me on. It's tested me, shaped me, and taught me lessons I'll carry for life. There's something deeply personal about playing in whites. The quiet grind, the long days, the small moments that no one sees but that stay with you forever. As I step away from this format, it's not easy - but it feels right. I've given it eve...