Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli has officially retired from the test cricketBring the curtains back to one of the most influential careers of the red ball in the history of sport.
Virat Kohli withdrew from the test cricket: a legendary chapter ends
Kohli, who led India through a transformative era, bowed right in front of the long -awaited test series against England, which should start next month. During his illustrious test journey, Kohli accumulated 9,230 points to an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries, which makes him the fourth biggest record for India in the format, only behind Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid And Sunil Gavaskar. His aggressive captain style, his passion for fitness and his unshakable commitment to the red ball cricket not only inspired teammates but also redefined the culture of modern test of India. With Cap number 269, Kohli leaves behind a difficult heritage to match. The announcement comes from the front on the home test series of India against England, marking the end of an illustrious red ball trip which lasted more than 14 years.
IPL franchises pay a sincere tribute to Kohli
Kohli’s impact transcends formats and franchises. After his retirement announcement, the 10 IPL teams paid tribute to their former rival, teammate or leader, reflecting his enormous influence on Indian cricket.
1. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Kohli’s longtime franchise, RCB, responded with raw emotion.
“Thank you, Virat. # 269 (King’s Crown Emoji)”
The franchise has also added, “Testing Cricket will never be the same again!”
Thank you, Virat. # 269 👑
Testing Cricket will never be the same again! 🥺 pic.twitter.com/7eayipnzp1
– Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@Rcbtweets) May 12, 2025
They shared a GIF of FRIENDS Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry), sitting near the window watching the rain, symbolizing the dark atmosphere.
Mood right now. 🥺 pic.twitter.com/o6ioljonlt
– Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@Rcbtweets) May 12, 2025
2. Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
CSK praised Kohli’s commitment to the essence of red ball cricket.
“A career that testifies to testing the spirit of cricket! Thank you, Virat Kohli!, “
A career that testifies to testing the spirit of cricket!
Thank you, Virat Kohli! 🇮🇳#Whistlepodu pic.twitter.com/m3iuaknbek– Chennai Super Kings (@Chennaiipl) May 12, 2025
3. Mumbai Indians (Mi)
The five -time champions kept it lively and respectful.
“Farewell, Cap # 269”, “
Farewell, CAP # 269 🫡🇮🇳#Mumbaiindiens #Playlikemumbai pic.twitter.com/ajppr2btb7
– Mumbai Indians (@Mipaltan) May 12, 2025
4. Punjab Kings (PBKS)
PBKS honored its inheritance with simplicity and warmth.
“CAP 269 Memores Infinite thank you Kohli! #Punjabkings #viratkohli,”
CAP ➡️ 269
Souvenirs ➡️ InfiniteThank you Kohli! ❤️#Punjabkings #Viratkohli pic.twitter.com/ewmuvypxj9
– Punjab Kings (@punjabkingsipl) May 12, 2025
5. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
LSG’s tribute was filled with admiration. “Thank you for the Virat memories in the whites, King,”
Thank you for the Virat memories in the whites, King 👑 pic.twitter.com/d100dd1yer
– Lucknow Super Giants (@lucknowipl) May 12, 2025
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6. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
SRH underlined the redefinition impact of Kohli. “”Thank you, Virat, for redefining test cricket, “
Thank you, Virat, for redefining the test cricket 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/1rcctztjwj
– Sunrisers Hyderabad (@sunrisers) May 12, 2025
7. Gujarat Titans (GT)
GT focused on the emotional depth of the Kohli test route. “** No.18 In the whites, n ° 1 in our hearts”, fire in his eyes towards roars that shook the stages, he redefined test cricket for India. Thank you, king **, “
No.18 in the whites, n ° 1 in our hearts 💙
Fire in his eyes towards roars that rocked stadiums, he redefined test cricket for India 🇮🇳
Thank you, king 👑 pic.twitter.com/ff4wmctlsh
– Gujarat titans (@gujarat_titans) May 12, 2025
8. Rajasthan Royals (RR)
RR captured the cinematographic aura of the presence of Kohli in the whites.
“You felt like an absolute cinema, every day out of five. Thank you, Virat Kohli, “
You felt like an absolute cinema, every day out of five.
Thank you, Virat Kohli 🇮🇳👑 pic.twitter.com/5yhpdawttk
– Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) May 12, 2025
9. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
KKR played in a creative way with typography to describe Kohli’s stature. “The 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓 Bids Goodbye!” # 269, “
The farewell offer! # 269 💙♾️ pic.twitter.com/nmtmjvy7gv
– Kolkataknighriders (@Kkriders) May 12, 2025
10. Capitals de Delhi (DC)
DC recognized its inheritance and its unshakable impact. “The king can sign but his inheritance will not. Thank you, Virat,”
The king can sign but his inheritance will not be 👑
Thank you, Virat 🐐💙 pic.twitter.com/elovpkelkx
– Delhi Capitals (@delhicapaps) May 12, 2025
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