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Indian cricket icon Shot kohli has officially retired from the test cricketReducing curtains in one of the most influential red balls in the history of sports.
Kohli, who directed India through a transformative age, climbs just ahead of the long -awaited series of tests against England, scheduled to begin next month. During his illustrious test trip, Kohli accumulated 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries, making him the fourth scorer in India in the format, behind only Sachin tendulkarRahul Dravid and Sunil Gavaskar. Its aggressive style of captaincy, a passion for physical form and unmatched commitment to the red ball cricket not only inspired teammates, but also redefined the modern Indian test culture. With number 269 of the cover #269, Kohli leaves behind a difficult legacy to combine. The announcement comes ahead of the Indian house series against England, marking the end of an illustrious red ball journey that has been covering for 14 years.
The impact of Kohli transcends formats and franchises. Following their retirement announcement, the 10 IPL teams paid tribute to their old or current rival, teammate or leader, reflecting their enormous influence on Indian Cricket.
The Kohli franchise, RCB, responded with gross emotion.
“Thank you, shot. #269 (King’s Crown Emoji)”
The franchise also added, “The test cricket will not be the same again!”
Thank you, turned. #269 👑
The test cricket will not be the same again! 🥺 pic.twitter.com/7Eayipnzp1
– Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) May 12 2025
They shared a gif of Friends Chandler Bing character (Matthew Perry), sitting in the window looking at the rain, symbolizing the mood.
State of mood right now. 🥺 pic.twitter.com/o6ioljonlt
– Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) May 12 2025
CSK greeted Kohli’s commitment to the essence of the red ball cricket.
“A race that is a witness to try the spirit of the cricket! Thank you, turned Kohli! “”
A race that is a witness to try the spirit of the cricket!
Thank you, turned Kohli! 🇮🇳#Whistlepodu pic.twitter.com/m3iuaknbek– Chennai Super Kings (@chennaiipi) May 12 2025
The five times champions kept it clear and respectful.
“Goodbye, none #269”
Goodbye, head #269 🫡🇮🇳#Mumbaiindians #PlaylikeMumbai pic.twitter.com/AJPPR2BTB7
– Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) May 12 2025
PBKs honored his legacy with simplicity and warmth.
“Cap 269 infinite memories Thank you Kohli! #Punjabkings #viratkohli”
None ➡️ 269
Memoirs ➡️ InfiniteThanks Kohli! ❤️#Punjabkings #Viratkohli pic.twitter.com/ewmuvypxj9
– Kings Punjab (@punjabkingsipsipses) May 12 2025
LSG’s tribute was filled with admiration. “Thank you for the memories of whites, King”,
Thank you for the memories of whirl in white, king 👑 pic.twitter.com/D100DD1YER
– LuckNow Super Giants (@luckNowipl) May 12 2025
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Srh emphasized the impact of redefinition of Kohli. )Thank you, turned, for redefining the test cricket. “
Thank you, turned, for redefining the test cricket 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/1rccctztjwj
– Sunrisers Hyderabad (@sunrisers) May 12 2025
GT focused on the emotional depth of Kohli’s test trip. “** No.18 in whites, no. Thanks, king **”,
No. 18 in whites, no. 1 in our heart 💙
From the fire to his eyes to the roaries that shake the stadiums, he redefined the test cricket for India 🇮🇳
Thanks, king 👑 pic.twitter.com/FF4WMCTLSH
– Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) May 12 2025
RR captured the cinematic aura of Kohli’s presence in whites.
“You’ve made feel like absolute cinema every day of every five. Thank you, turned Kohli,”
You have made it feel like an absolute cinema, every day of every five.
Thank you, kicked kohli 🇮🇳👑 pic.twitter.com/5YHPDAWTTK
– Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) May 12 2025
KKR played creatively with the typography to describe Kohli’s stature. “Adieu offers! #269”
Offers 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐓 Adieu! #269 💙♾️ pic.twitter.com/nmtmjvy7GV
– Kolkataknightriders (@kkRiders) May 12 2025
DC recognized his legacy and an unmatched impact. “The king can sign -but his legacy is not. Thank you, turned”
The king can sign -but his legacy will not 👑
Thank you, turned 🐐💙 pic.twitter.com/elovpkelkx
– Delhi capitals (@delhicapitals) May 12 2025
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