Recent reports say that the famous Indian cricketer Virat Kohli is thinking about retiring from Test cricket. Some trusted media outlets mention that he’s already spoken to the BCCI, but the board is still hoping he might change his mind. The Times Of India mentioned that Kohli was interested in taking the leadership role since the team has been struggling, especially after losing the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series 3-1.
With Rohit Sharma not performing well and Jasprit Bumrah dealing with a back injury, Kohli stepped up to offer his leadership. But, according to the reports, the BCCI turned down his request because they want to appoint a younger captain for the team’s future.
A source told TOI that with a new World Test Championship cycle starting, it’s important to think about the long-term plan for the team. Coach Gautam Gambhir is also looking to build a group of players he can work with over time, and they need a stable setup for crucial matches.
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There’s also mention that Kohli had decided to retire from Test cricket during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and talked about it with some teammates. But as the Champions Trophy came around, the focus shifted back to ODIs. The BCCI is said to have asked Kohli to play in the upcoming Tests against England, especially since Rohit Sharma recently retired from Test cricket. Right now, it’s up to Kohli to decide what he wants to do next.
