Kohli bids adieu to Test cricket, leaving mark on the game

LOVE him, or loathe him, Virat Kohli was undeniably one of cricket's brightest entertainers.

- ZAAHIER ADAMS

Yesterday, the cricketing world celebrated a player who not only excelled at the highest levels but transformed the very fabric of Test cricket, as he announced his retirement from the format.

With an impressive tally of 9,230 runs across 123 Tests and a commendable average of 46.85, Kohli ranks amongst India’s cricketing elite, sitting below legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and Sunil Gavaskar.

However, Kohli’s contributions go beyond just numbers. In an era where the faster-paced T20 cricket reigns supreme, threatening to overshadow the traditional format, Kohli emerged as a beacon of hope for Test cricket.

He instilled a sense of pride and relevance in the timeless art of batting, ensuring that the next generation of Indian cricketers reveres the Baggy Blue and what it represents in their rich cricketing history.