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Why 2025 feels like 2012 as Kohli, Rohit retire from Test cricket

Australian tours appear to have a decisive role in concluding the careers of Indian batting greats

Gill, Iyer and Pant top contenders for India's captaincy: Gavaskar

Gavaskar expressed that the IPL serves as an excellent arena for developing leadership skills, given its fast-paced and high-stakes nature

India A squad for ENG tour: Easwaran named captain; Nair, Kishan return

The India A tour of England will play a key role in the Indian team's preparation for the five-match Test series against the English team next month

He can't play without full intensity: Hussain on Kohli's test retirement

Virat Kohli's monumental contribution to Test cricket goes beyond numbers and his unrelenting spirit to not settle for anything "normal" may have prompted his decision to retire, said former England captain Nasser Hussain. Kohli retired from the five-day game on Monday ahead of the five-match series in England beginning on June 20. The 36-year-old was not the only the biggest promoter of Test cricket but also ended as India's most successful Test captain. "He is the ultimate winner, he sees the end goal as a win, and he is desperate for that," Hussain said on Sky Sports Cricket podcast. "Everything for Kohli is about winning. Why do you think he's so good in run chases? He can't go on the field and not be a hundred per cent, he can't ever go: 'I'll just do my best today. "That may have formed part of his retirement decision, he doesn't want to be a normal cricketer, just doing a little bit here and there. He made India into the force they are today." Kohli amassed 9230 runs in 123

India has enough young players to fill Rohit, Kohli's spots: Manjrekar

Manjrekar pointed out that when the Fab Four of Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, V.V.S. Laxman, and Sourav Ganguly left, fans feared a major decline in Indian cricket

Here's why Tim Southee joined England team ahead of India Test series?

Southee retired from international cricket as New Zealand's highest wicket-taker across formats with 776 wickets, and now joins England as a specialist consultant

It's a huge surprise, Kohli-Rohit deserved on-field send-off: Kumble

The "quiet" Test retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma ahead of the tour of England came as a "huge surprise" to legendary spinner and former India captain Anil Kumble, who believes the two senior batters deserved an on-field farewell. Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket on Monday, bringing the curtains down on an illustrious red-ball career in which he played 123 matches, scoring 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries. This was after Rohit decided to step away from the longest format last Thursday. "It is a huge surprise. Two outstanding, great players retiring on the back of few days. I didn't see it coming. It has certainly caught me off guard. I thought he has a few more years left in him, especially at the Test level," Kumble said on Kohli on 'ESPNCricinfo'. "He's playing only the ODI format now. No player leaves with any regret and I am sure he would have thought through this and ultimately it is the player's call." Kumble, who ended as

Virat and Rohit's absence a big boost for us: England's Moeen Ali

Moeen, who concluded his international career last year, suggested that Shubman Gill is the most likely candidate to take over India's captaincy.

South Africa announce squad for WTC 2025 final vs Australia at Lord's

Pace ace Kagiso Rabada makes a timely return to the squad after serving a one-month suspension following a doping violation.

Milestone man: Test career ends, but Brand Virat Kohli stays not out

Despite announcing his retirement from Test cricket, Virat Kohli's strong brand value, endorsements and global appeal will continue to grow, say brand experts

Virat Kohli retires from Test cricket: A look at his stats | Indian Cricket | Virat Kohli batting

Virat Kohli has officially retired from Test cricket. He announced the decision via an emotional Instagram post, calling it tough but timely.

Virat Kohli retirement: Reliving the top 5 Test knocks from his career

From leading India to famous overseas triumphs to crafting iconic innings under pressure, Kohli defined an entire era of Indian Test cricket with elegance and fire.

'He is not going to retire': Brian Lara on Kohli's retirement rumours

If Kohli were to retire, it would mark the end of a decorated 14-year Test career. He has accumulated 9,230 runs in 123 matches at an average of 46.85

What are chances of India winning England series if Virat Kohli retires?

Kohli has played a total of 17 Test matches in England, including two WTC finals, in which he has amassed 1,096 runs at an average of 33.21, with the help of five half-centuries and two centuries

Kohli signals Test exit ahead of England tour; BCCI urges him to reconsider

Virat Kohli has informed the BCCI of his intent to retire from Test cricket; the board has requested him to reconsider ahead of the crucial England series

Dream debut to classy double hundred: Top five Test knocks of Rohit Sharma

In his debut Test, Rohit Sharma made 177 runs off 301 deliveries, striking 23 fours and a six, announcing his arrival in style.

Rohit Sharma announces retirement from Test cricket ahead of England tour

Rohit Sharma announced the decision via a story on his Instagram handle with an image of his Test cap.

Pant or Gill: Who will replace Rohit as new India Test team captain?

Shubman Gill, who was named Rohit's deputy in the ODI format, is also seen as a future leader within the team management, which makes him a favourite to succeed Rohit as India's red-ball skipper

Why Kuldeep Yadav could be a game-changer in India-England Tests?

Backed by former selectors and coaches, Kuldeep's wrist spin is seen as a vital weapon for India in English conditions, offering unpredictability and wicket-taking flair

Jasprit Bumrah should play only four Tests vs England, says Ravi Shastri

Bumrah, who recently returned to action in the IPL for Mumbai Indians following a lengthy layoff due to a back injury, is expected to spearhead India's bowling attack in England