THE END OF AN ERA

Published By Moushumi Mahanta | 12 May, 2025

Virat Kohli officially announced his retirement from Test cricket on Monday, bringing an end to his iconic red-ball chapter in Indian cricket history to a close.

Here Are A Few Big Moments in Virat Kohli’s Test Cricket Journey:

119 & 96 vs SA – Johannesburg, 2013

During Virat Kohli's debut tour to South Africa, he faced formidable pace attacks and scored 119 and 96, solidifying his reputation as India’s next Test batting star.

115 & 141 vs Australia – Adelaide, 2014

In his debut as India’s stand-in Test captain in Adelaide, Virat Kohli delivered twin centuries. Despite India falling short by 48 runs, his inspiring leadership earned widespread praise.

235 vs England – Mumbai, 2016

Kohli's immense focus and stamina helped him skillfully tackle both spin and pace, earning him a mammoth score of 235, propelling India's innings victory in his fourth Test against England in 2016.

149 vs England – Edgbaston, 2018

Virat Kohli scored a remarkable 149 runs against England at Edgbaston in 2018. His maiden century anchored India’s innings and is celebrated as one of the best overseas centuries by an Indian batter.

254 vs South Africa - Pune, 2019

Virat Kohli's highest Test score of 254 against South Africa in the second Test of the 2019 series in Pune, where he batted for nearly eight hours, propelled India to a commanding innings and 137-run victory. Credit : ICC

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