The cricket world was surprised earlier this month when India’s famous batsman Virat Kohli Suddenly decided to retire from Test cricket. This news Indian Test captain Rohit Sharma A few days after his retirement from Test cricket came. There was speculation going on, but later the Board of Control for Cricket in India spoke on the matter and gave clear information about Kohli’s decisions and events.
Head of BCCI Selection Committee Ajit Agarkar According to, Virat had already decided to retire from Test cricket. In a press conference before the team selection for England tour, Agarkar said, “Virat talked to me in early April and said that he has made up his mind to retire. “ It was clear that Kohli’s decision was not suddenly, but was taken carefully.
According to reports, Kohli earlier wanted to declare retirement along with Rohit on 7 May, but the BCCI asked him to delay a little. This decision was taken at that time in view of the ongoing national security situation in the country, especially Operation Sindoor and Tension with Pakistan. After the situation was calm, Kohli told the BCCI and the selectors that he would soon give information about his decision, and he announced this in a passionate post on social media.
The BCCI tried to convince him, even a famous cricketer was sent to talk to Kohli, but Kohli remained firm on his decision. He said that he wanted to spend more time with his family, and this decision was necessary for him after a busy international schedule. Although the BCCI expressed grief, he respected his decision and is now preparing for a new phase of Indian Test cricket.
After Virat and Rohit’s retirement, the selectors had to decide the team’s new captain soon. Shubman Gill He was made the new Test captain of India, while Rishabh Pant He was given the responsibility of vice-captain. Agarkar -led selection committee said Gill is a great player and he is fully prepared for this big responsibility.
The team selected for the upcoming England series has experience and good balance of young players. Young batsman Sai Sudarshan Got a chance in the Test team for the first time Karun Nair Has returned to the team after a long time. Fast bowler Mohammed Shami Has been excluded due to not being fit. It is clear from these changes in the team that Indian Test cricket is now moving towards a new direction.
