Cricket fans keen on Virat Kohli reviewing decision on Test retirement

ANI May 18, 2025 266 views

Cricket lovers flooded Bengaluru’s stadium hoping to see Kohli play, only for rain to cancel the RCB-KKR match. Many fans openly urged the batting legend to rethink his shock Test retirement announced earlier. Kohli’s Test jersey sales spiked as supporters celebrated his 9,230-run legacy. Meanwhile, the IPL resumes after a brief halt due to geopolitical tensions.

"Virat Kohli should take back his decision to retire from Test cricket" - Manoj, Odisha fan
Bengaluru, May 18: With spectators eagerly awaiting today's clash between Royal Challengers Bangaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders, which was washed out due to rain, several cricket fans expressed feelings on Virat Kohli announcing retirement from the Tests.

Key Points

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Fans buy Kohli’s Test jerseys amid emotional farewell

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Kohli ranks 4th in India’s all-time Test run scorers

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Rain cancels RCB-KKR IPL clash in Bengaluru

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BCCI resumes IPL after week-long India-Pakistan tension pause

Many of them said the former India skipper should review his decision to retire from Test cricket.

"Virat Kohli should take back his decision to retire from Test cricket," Manoj, a cricket fan from Odisha said.

Cricket fans were also seen buying Virat Kohli's Test merchandise, jersey number 18, ahead of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders match, at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.

Virat stunned the cricketing world by announcing his retirement from the format, drawing curtains to a 14-year-long, 123-match big career.

In his Test career, the 36-year-old made 123 appearances in white clothing, scoring 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, with 30 centuries and 31 fifties in 210 innings and the best score of 254*. He is India's fourth-highest run-getter in the format, behind Sachin Tendulkar (15,921 runs), Rahul Dravid (13,265 runs), and Sunil Gavaskar (10,122 runs).

On Monday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the resumption of the 18th season of the IPL and revealed the schedule for the remaining 17 fixtures.

The BCCI suspended the cash-rich league for a week due to tensions between India and Pakistan.

RCB are currently placed at second in the points table, with eight victories and three defeats in 11 matches. KKR are placed at sixth with five wins and six defeats in 12 matches.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Kohli is a legend no doubt, but maybe it's time to respect his decision. He's given us 14 glorious years in whites. Let's cherish his IPL performances now! 🇮🇳🏏 #ThankYouKingKohli
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Priya M.
As an RCB fan, I'm heartbroken! But honestly, Test cricket is physically demanding. Maybe he wants to focus on being the best in limited overs now. His 254* against SA will always be special 💙
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Amit S.
BCCI should convince him to play at least the England series later this year! We need his aggression against Anderson and Broad. Retirement can wait 1 more year no?
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Sanjana R.
People forget he's 36! My father retired at 58 from govt job but cricket isn't a desk job. Let the man enjoy his family time. We'll always have those cover drives to remember 😊
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Vikram J.
Sad that IPL got paused due to India-Pak tensions but happy it's back. Cricket shouldn't suffer because of politics. As for Kohli - respect his choice, but selfishly wish he'd reconsider!
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Neha P.
Maybe he's making way for young talent? Gill and Jaiswal need space to grow. Though I'll miss seeing him in whites, this might be good for Indian cricket long-term. Change is the only constant!

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