On Monday, actor Suniel Shetty took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a heartfelt tribute to Virat Kohli, one of India’s legendary cricketers. Accompanying a picture of Kohli celebrating a century, Shetty wrote, “You didn’t just play Test cricket, Virat… You lived it. You honoured it, breathed fire, wore your heart on your sleeve, and your passion like armour. The roar. The grit. The obsession. The heart. Take a bow, champ. The red-ball rests, but your legacy races on. @imVkohli.”
The tribute came on the same day Kohli surprised fans by announcing his retirement from Test cricket. In an emotional Instagram post, Kohli reflected on his 14-year journey in the format, expressing deep gratitude for the experiences and lessons it brought him. 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.”
Kohli continued, “I’ve given it everything I had, and it’s given me back so much more than I could’ve hoped for. I’m walking away with a heart full of gratitude for the game, for the people I shared the field with, and for every single person who made me feel seen along the way. I’ll always look back at my Test career with a smile. #269, signing off.”
Kohli’s retirement marks the end of an era for Indian cricket, but his legacy and impact on the game will undoubtedly endure.
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