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The cricketing community and fans took to social media platforms to express their sentiments

by News Desk • Last Updated on Mon, May 12, 2025, 02:09 PM

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Fans, peers, and celebrities share heartfelt tributes and critiques as Kohli steps away from Test cricket.

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Virat Kohli's retirement from Test cricket on May 12, 2025, has evoked a wave of reactions from fans, fellow cricketers, and celebrities alike. The announcement, made via Instagram, marked the end of a 14-year illustrious career in the longest format of the game.

End of an era! ?
Thank you, @imVkohli, for redefining passion, intensity, and class in Test cricket.
Your legacy in whites will inspire generations. ?#ViratKohli #TestCricket #ThankYouVirat #Legend pic.twitter.com/wAJe0IbM3P
— The Cricket News (@thecricket_news) May 12, 2025

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Virat Kohli made his Test debut for India on June 20, 2011, against the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica.

He scored his Maiden Test century in January 2012, against Australia at the Adelaide Oval where he… pic.twitter.com/2DBAqUUVei
— BCCI (@BCCI) May 12, 2025

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We received a heartfelt message from @imVkohli this morning, confirming his decision to retire from Test cricket.

Virat Kohli shared:

“It’s time for the young generation to take over. With the new WTC cycle starting, it’s the right time for… pic.twitter.com/aUMRMnb6Bj
— Indian Cricket Team (@incricketteam) May 12, 2025

Congrats to my biscotti @imVkohli on an epic Test career! Your determination & skill have always inspired me. True legend! ???? #ViratKohli? pic.twitter.com/2DnNLRzSrI
— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) May 12, 2025

I would have liked to see #ViratKohli go out of test cricket before a packed stadium. But since that is not to be let us applaud him wherever we are. He told a generation weaned on T20 cricket that test cricket is cool and aspirational. And for that, the game owes him big time.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 12, 2025

Cap ?? 269
Memories ?? Infinite

Thank You Kohli! ??#PunjabKings #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/EWmuVyPXJ9
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) May 12, 2025

Virat, we’ve shared that era… faced the grind together, lived the long days of Test cricket with pride. Your batting in whites is special — not just in numbers, but in intent, intensity, and inspiration.
Good luck going forward #ViratKohli #TestCricket @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/GSh1Ca6I3G
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) May 12, 2025

Congratulations on your astonishing test career @imVkohli
Test cricket will miss you and your aggression forever. Thanks for all the amazing memories. Best wishes for your future Virat ???#ViratKohli #TestCricket pic.twitter.com/U1F5muRsvb
— Vinay Kumar R (@Vinay_Kumar_R) May 12, 2025

An incredible chapter comes to an end. @imVkohli ’s Test journey has been iconic - a fierce competitor, inspiring leader and a true pillar of Indian cricket. The passion of the ‘King’ in whites will be missed and will continue to inspire generations. #ViratKohli @BCCI pic.twitter.com/HTa0sCXDJm
— Rajeev Shukla (@ShuklaRajiv) May 12, 2025

Fans, peers, and celebrities share heartfelt tributes and critiques as Kohli steps away from Test cricket

The cricketing community and fans took to social media platforms to express their sentiments

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