New Delhi: Virat Kohlis retirement from Test cricket has been confirmed ending a significant chapter in his career. While retirement rumors had circulated Kohli ultimately made his decision public on Monday despite reported attempts by the BCCI to persuade him to reconsider. It’s been 14 years since I first wore the baggy blue in Test cricket. Honestly I never imagined the journey this format would take me on. It’s tested me shaped me and taught me lessons I’ll carry for life. Kohli shared on Instagram that playing in white evokes a profound sense of personal reflection encompassing the arduous work extended hours and private experiences that leave a lasting impact. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acknowledged Virat Kohlis retirement and honored his legacy as one of Indias most successful Test captains. ! An era ends in Test cricket but the legacy will continue FOREVER! @imVkohli the former Team India Captain retires from Test cricket. His contributions to #TeamIndia will forever be cherished! pic.twitter.com/MSe5KUtjep — BCCI (@BCCI) May 12 2025 Virat Kohlis distinguished Test career concluded with 9230 runs across 123 matches featuring 30 centuries. His aggressive captaincy significantly impacted Indian Test cricket transforming the team into a dominant force. Leading India in a record 68 Tests for an Indian captain he boasts a remarkably high win percentage of 58.82% (40 wins 11 draws) and a low loss rate of 25% (17 losses). While fewer Test wins than Steve Waugh Ricky Ponting and Graeme Smith Kohli remains Indias most successful Test captain. Virat Kohli boasts a highly successful captaincy record marked by series victories in Australia the West Indies and Sri Lanka as well as Test match wins in England and South Africa. Furthermore he achieved an undefeated record in all eleven Test series played at home. Virat Kohlis recent Test cricket performance had been underwhelming with a total of 1990 runs in 37 matches over the past five years including only three centuries. Following a disappointing Australian series where his average was approximately 23 he reportedly decided to retire from Test cricket.