May 14, 2025: Virat Kohli’s recent announcement of his retirement from Test cricket has left fans and former cricketers in shock, especially with India set to play an important five-match Test series. The decision was unexpected, and Kohli’s loyal fans were taken aback, with some expressing their disappointment in unique ways.
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One such fan’s emotional reaction has now gone viral. In a video circulating on social media, a fan can be seen telling Kohli that he will stop watching cricket altogether following the former captain’s Test retirement. Kohli, who was accompanied by his wife Anushka Sharma, was leaving the airport when the interaction took place. Despite being in a hurry and politely declining the fan’s request for photographs, Kohli took a moment to acknowledge the fan’s heartfelt words.
The fan’s declaration reflects the deep impact Kohli’s retirement has had on his supporters, who have witnessed his iconic contributions to Indian cricket over the years. Kohli’s retirement from Test cricket ends an era, but his legacy is set to continue in the limited-overs formats.
As Kohli prepares for the resumption of IPL 2025 after a short break, his availability for India will now be limited to One Day Internationals (ODIs), following his retirement from T20Is last year. While fans are understandably emotional about his departure from Tests, they will continue to cheer him on as he plays in the shorter formats.
This viral clip further highlights the connection Kohli shares with his fans, whose loyalty and admiration for him remain unwavering, even as his career evolves.