Close Menu
    What's Hot
    Rohit Sharma Accidentally Reveals True Reason Behind Test Retirement

    Rohit Sharma Opens Up: Emotional Words Hint at Why He Left Test Cricket

    August 26, 2025
    EDR vs CDK DPL 2025

    EDR vs CDK 2025: 39th DPL T20 Match, Head to Head, Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Pitch and Weather Report

    August 26, 2025
    PD vs SDS DPL 2025

    PD vs SDS 2025: 38th DPL T20 Match, Head to Head, Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Pitch and Weather Report

    August 26, 2025
    Instagram WhatsApp Telegram
    crictrends.incrictrends.in
    • Home
    • DPL
      • Points Table
      • Schedule
      • News
    • Maharaja Trophy
      • Schedule
      • News
      • Points Table
    • The Hundred
      • Schedule
      • Points Table
      • News
    • CPL
      • Schedule
      • Points Table
      • News
    • Cricket News
    WhatsApp Instagram Telegram
    crictrends.incrictrends.in
    Go to : CricTrends » Cricket News
    Cricket News

    Why Did Virat Kohli Retire from Test Cricket? Ex-India Star Reveals Stunning Truth

    JitenderBy JitenderAugust 26, 2025No Comments3 Mins Read
    Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Follow Us
    Facebook Instagram WhatsApp Telegram
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    The unexpected announcement of Virat Kohli’s retirement from Test cricket in May has stirred speculation and intrigue.

    Ex-India Cricketer on Virat Kohli’s Retirement
    Image Credit: sangbadpratidin

    While many assumed dwindling form or the lure of limited-overs formats prompted his exit, former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has now made a startling claim: Kohli may have walked away because he simply didn’t feel wanted.

    Tiwary’s Candid Revelation

    “So he could have easily played for another three years minimum… it was very surprising and shocking for all the cricket fans,” Tiwary remarked, noting Kohli’s fitness and readiness for the England series”

    He added,

    “I think he was not feeling like he was wanted in Team India. Only he can say. I think he will not come out and ever say this thing in public forum because… he has evolved as a human being… he is becoming spiritual… they don’t want to talk about the past”

    Shocking Speed of Retirement Announcement

    The manner in which Kohli’s retirement unfolded only deepens the mystery. Just two days after Rohit Sharma’s similar announcement, Kohli informed the BCCI of his intent and made it official via Instagram within 48 hours. That abrupt timeline surprised fans and experts alike.

    Further fueling questions, Delhi Ranji coach Sarandeep Singh revealed that Kohli had detailed plans to prepare for England—talking of “playing two India A matches” and aiming for multiple centuries—mere weeks before calling it quits.


    Insights from Cricketing Voices

    Former England captain Nasser Hussain provided a different but complementary perspective. Speaking to Sky Sports Cricket, he emphasized Kohli’s unwillingness to settle for mediocrity:

    “He can’t ever go, ‘I’ll just do my best today.’ It was not acceptable to him to be a ‘normal cricketer’”

    So while some believe external factors played a role, others highlight Kohli’s fierce self-demand and perfectionism as key reasons behind his decision.

    Form & Frustration Factor

    Kohli’s recent performance slump added another layer to the narrative. During the 2024–25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, he managed only 190 runs in nine innings, despite a century in one Test. After that series, he admitted:

    “For me, it’s just about the acceptance… Where do I want to go? What are my energy levels like?”

    Between fitness, fierce ambition, internal dynamics, and abrupt timing, Kohli’s retirement remains shrouded in ambiguity. As Tiwary cautioned, “the mystery will remain unsolved,” especially as Kohli appears unlikely to elaborate publicly

    Virat Kohli’s departure from Test cricket represents more than just a loss of runs or leadership—it marks the end of an era defined by passion, intensity, and sheer excellence.

    Whether his exit stems from disillusionment, self-awareness, external pressure, or a combination of these, the cricketing world mourns the void left by one of its most spectacular modern-era performers.

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Jitender

    Related Posts

    Rohit Sharma Accidentally Reveals True Reason Behind Test Retirement

    Rohit Sharma Opens Up: Emotional Words Hint at Why He Left Test Cricket

    August 26, 2025
    sachin Tendulkar Reacts as Joe Root Becomes Second-Highest Run Scorer

    Sachin Tendulkar Breaks Silence on Joe Root Chasing His Test Record

    August 26, 2025
    India Tour Of Australia 2025 Schedule

    India vs Australia 2025 Schedule: Match, Date, Venue, Squad

    August 25, 2025
    Sachin Tendulkar’s Epic Reddit AMA: ‘Aadhar Bhi Bheju Kya?’ Steals the Show

    Sachin Tendulkar’s Epic Reddit AMA: ‘Aadhar Bhi Bheju Kya?’ Steals the Show

    August 25, 2025
    Add A Comment
    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    Editors Picks
    India Cricket Schedule 2025

    India Cricket Schedule 2025: Fixtures, Match List, Venues, Time Table

    August 23, 2025
    IPL 2025 Schedule

    IPL 2025 Schedule: Time Table, Venues, Match List, Points Table

    May 28, 2025
    Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule

    Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule: Venue, Time Table, Teams List, Match List

    March 10, 2025
    Latest Posts

    Subscribe to Updates

    Get the latest sports news from SportsSite about soccer, football and tennis.

    Advertisement
    crictrends.in
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram WhatsApp
    • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    © 2025 CricTrends.in

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.