In a heartwarming gesture that underscores the global appeal of cricketing icon Virat Kohli, Premier League football club Manchester City extended their best wishes to the former Indian Test captain on his retirement from red-ball cricket.
On Monday, the English club posted a photo on their official social media platforms featuring Virat Kohli and his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, proudly holding a customized Manchester City jersey. The sky-blue kit featured their names — “Virat” and “Anushka” — emblazoned on the back, symbolizing the couple’s strong association with the club and their love for sports. The post was captioned: "All the best in your retirement from Test cricket, @imVkohli", accompanied by a blue heart, signaling both affection and admiration.
Kohli, who recently announced his retirement from Test cricket after an illustrious career spanning over a decade, is widely regarded as one of the finest cricketers of his generation. With over 9000 Test runs, 30 centuries, and a reputation for fierce competitiveness and unmatched passion, his contributions to the longest format of the game have left an indelible mark on Indian and world cricket.
Jay Shah Commends Virat Kohli’s Stellar Test Career After Retirement
In a heartfelt tribute following Virat Kohli’s decision to retire from Test cricket, ICC Chairman Jay Shah commended the former Indian captain for his unparalleled contribution to the longest and most demanding format of the game. Kohli, who has been the face of India’s Test renaissance in the last decade, announced his retirement with an emotional message, marking the end of an era in Indian cricket.
Jay Shah took to social media to express his admiration for Kohli's illustrious Test career, writing, "Congratulations @imVkohli on a stellar Test career. Thank you for championing the purest format during the rise of T20 cricket and setting an extraordinary example in discipline, fitness, and commitment. Your speech at the Lord’s said it all – you played Tests with heart, grit, and pride."
Shah's message reflects the sentiments of millions of cricket fans around the globe who have witnessed Kohli’s passionate and fearless approach to Test cricket. Under his leadership, India achieved several historic milestones, including a first-ever Test series win in Australia and a consistent run as the No.1 ranked team in the ICC Test rankings.
