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Virat Kohli has retired from Test cricket on 12th May, 2025.
The board has requested him to reconsider, especially ahead of the crucial England tour for the World Test Championship. But seems like it didn't work.
Reports suggest Kohli wanted to lead the Test team again, but BCCI is now focused on building a younger leadership core with Shubman Gill.
Following Rohit's retirement, there's a major transition underway in the Indian Test setup, possibly influencing Virat's decision.
Kohli is currently performing well in IPL 2025, with 505 runs in 11 matches, and also did well in the Champions Trophy—raising questions about the timing.
His average performance on the Australia tour (190 runs in 5 Tests) may have triggered earlier retirement thoughts.
Gautam Gambhir reportedly wants a younger squad for upcoming tournaments, possibly pushing senior players like Kohli out of leadership contention.
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