Anushka Sharma’s Heartfelt Tribute to Virat Kohli After His Test Retirement

Anushka Sharma reacts to Virat Kohli’s unexpected retirement from Test cricket with a touching tribute, calling it the end of a glorious chapter in Indian cricket.

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Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma poured her heart out after husband and cricket legend Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket. Sharing a powerful and poetic tribute originally penned by National Award-winning lyricist Varun Grover, Anushka joined millions in honoring Kohli’s unmatched legacy.

In his post, Grover captured the essence of Test cricket as a deep, layered story—and hailed Kohli as the most compelling character of the last decade. His words resonated with cricket lovers worldwide, describing Test cricket as “a novel full of genres,” and Virat as “a sensitive hero who looked beautiful in both victory and defeat.”

Kohli’s Surprise Exit: A Personal Goodbye

On Monday, Kohli shocked the cricketing world by announcing his retirement from Test cricket at age 36. In a heartfelt Instagram post, he reflected on a 14-year journey that tested him and taught him life-long lessons.

“There’s something deeply personal about playing in whites. The grind, the long days, the quiet moments… I’ve given it my all, and I walk away with a heart full of gratitude,” Kohli wrote.

He expressed his appreciation to his teammates, coaches, and fans, ending with the words, “#269, signing off.”

Kohli’s Legendary Test Journey

Over his 14-year Test career, Virat Kohli played 113 matches, scored more than 9,000 runs, and delivered iconic performances in Australia, England, and South Africa. Known for his aggression, passion, and unmatched consistency, he transformed India’s Test team into a world-beating force.

Fans and Media React with Overwhelming Emotion

The announcement sent waves of emotion across the country. Upon returning from a spiritual visit to Vrindavan with Anushka, Kohli was greeted at Mumbai airport by teary-eyed fans and photographers.

One emotional fan called out,

“Kohli sir, why did you retire? We won’t watch cricket anymore!”

A New Chapter Awaits

Though Kohli bids goodbye to Test cricket, he’s not hanging up his boots yet. Fans will still see him in action in ODIs and the Indian Premier League (IPL), continuing to inspire the next generation.

His Test legacy, however, will remain timeless—etched in the hearts of millions.

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