Archive · 30 May 2025
Kohli's Test Retirement: Williamson's Reflection, Gill's Captaincy
Virat Kohli, a prominent cricketer, decided to retire from Test cricket before the England tour, surprising many.
Fellow cricketer Kane Williamson acknowledged the decision, noting the demands of international play.
The retirement occurred on May 12, with Shubman Gill named as the new Test captain and Rishabh Pant as vice-captain by the BCCI.
The decision is part of the preparation for the new World Test Championship cycle.
Virat Kohli retired from Test cricket.
The retirement was announced ahead of the England tour.
Kane Williamson reflected on Kohli's decision.
Shubman Gill was named as the new Test captain.
Rishabh Pant was named as the vice captain.
- Who
- Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, Shubman Gill, and Rishabh Pant.
- What
- Virat Kohli's retirement from Test cricket.
- When
- Ahead of England tour, announced on May 12.
- Where
- England
- Why
- Virat Kohli retired from Test cricket.
- Subject
- Virat Kohli
- Format Retired From
- Test Cricket
- Retirement Date
- May 12
- New Test Captain
- Shubman Gill
- Vice Captain
- Rishabh Pant
Sources
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