Archive · 1 Jun 2025
De Villiers Explains Kohli's Test Retirement
Virat Kohli retired from Test cricket.
AB de Villiers, Kohli's friend and former teammate, said Kohli made a 'gut call'.
De Villiers believes Kohli did a lot for cricket and it's now time for younger players, like Shubman Gill, to step up.
The IPL gives young players good experience.
These players have the talent to do great things.
AB de Villiers discussed Virat Kohli's Test retirement.
De Villiers said Kohli made a 'gut call' regarding his retirement.
Kohli has done a lot for cricket, according to de Villiers.
Younger batters are expected to replace Kohli.
Shubman Gill is expected to take on a larger role.
- Who
- Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, Shubman Gill
- What
- AB de Villiers discussed Virat Kohli's Test retirement.
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- Mumbai
- Why
- Kohli retired due to a 'gut call'.
- Player
- Virat Kohli
- Former Teammate
- AB de Villiers
- Young Batter
- Shubman Gill
- Event
- Test Retirement
- Location
- Mumbai
Sources
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