A day after stunning the cricketing world with his decision to retire from Test cricket, Virat Kohli was seen at the Mumbai airport alongside his wife, actress Anushka Sharma. The couple was returning from a spiritual visit to Premanand Maharaj’s ashram in Vrindavan, a place they have frequently visited for reflection and peace.
While exiting the airport, Kohli was greeted by a group of paparazzi and fans, but one heartfelt comment stood out, highlighting the emotional impact of his retirement. "Kohli sir, aap ne retirement kyu liya? Abhi hum cricket hi nahi dekhenge. Aapke liye Test match dekhta tha," said one fan, capturing the sentiments of countless fans who associated the passion and intensity of Test cricket with Kohli’s presence.
The visit to the ashram and subsequent public appearance come at a pivotal time for Kohli, who has often turned to spirituality in moments of major life transitions. Anushka, too, was seen offering support, walking beside him as cameras followed their every move.
Fans, celebrities, and fellow cricketers continue to flood social media with tributes, and moments like the one at the Mumbai airport serve as poignant reminders of how deeply Virat Kohli has touched the hearts of cricket lovers across the world.
'He Infused So Much Passion...': Preity Zinta Reflects On Virat Kohli’s Legacy After His Test Retirement
Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to express her emotions after Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket. Responding to a fan question that read, "Ma'am, yesterday, what was your first reaction when you heard that Virat took retirement from Test cricket?" Zinta penned a heartfelt message lauding Kohli’s impact on the game.
"I saw Test cricket mainly for Virat. He infused so much passion and so much character into the game with his competitiveness & the desire to excel. I don’t think Test cricket will ever be the same again. I wish him well and all the best for his future. Our current Indian players will have big shoes to fill cuz the likes of Virat, Rohit & Ashwin are not playing Test cricket anymore," she wrote.
Zinta's message resonated with fans across the cricketing world, many of whom echoed similar sentiments. Kohli’s aggressive yet graceful brand of Test cricket inspired a new generation of fans and players alike, bringing unparalleled energy and intensity to the longest format of the game.
Her reference to the simultaneous absence of Rohit Sharma and R. Ashwin from Test cricket underlines a transitional period for Team India, as it prepares for a future without some of its modern greats.
Preity Zinta, known for her passion for cricket and frequent presence at IPL matches, has always been vocal about her admiration for top-performing Indian players. Her tribute reflects the emotional connection many fans share with Kohli's remarkable Test career. As Indian cricket turns a new page, voices like Zinta’s echo the feelings of millions who will remember Kohli’s legacy not just in numbers but in the spirit he brought to the game.
