Archive · 21 May 2025
Stokes on Kohli's Retirement: 'It's a Shame'
Ben Stokes expressed disappointment about Virat Kohli's Test retirement, saying it's a shame he won't play in the upcoming series.
Stokes appreciates Kohli's competitiveness and spirit, noting his impact on the game.
He mentioned Kohli's excellent performance in white-ball formats, and his powerful cover drive.
Stokes believes India has a strong batting lineup despite Kohli's and Rohit Sharma's retirements.
Ben Stokes is disappointed Virat Kohli won't play in the upcoming Test series.
Stokes texted Kohli expressing his regret about the retirement.
Stokes admires Kohli's fighting spirit and competitiveness on the field.
Stokes considers Kohli one of the greatest in white-ball formats.
Stokes acknowledges India's strong batting depth even without Kohli and Sharma.
- Who
- Ben Stokes and Virat Kohli
- What
- Ben Stokes's comments on Virat Kohli's Test retirement.
- When
- Discussing the upcoming five-match Test series starting from June 20.
- Where
- The article doesn't mention any specific location.
- Why
- Stokes shared his feelings about Kohli's retirement from Test cricket.
- Key Figures
- Ben Stokes, Virat Kohli
- Sport
- Test cricket
- Event
- Upcoming five-match Test series
- Issue
- Kohli's retirement
- Stokes's Comment
- Kohli's cover drive
