Virat Kohli's sudden Test retirement has prompted widespread tributes, recognising his significant impact on Indian cricket. He filled the void left by Sachin Tendulkar as a prolific batter and by MS Dhoni as a transformative captain.

India great Virat Kohli retired from test cricket Monday after playing 123 matches in his 14-year red-ball career. Kohli made his test debut in 2011 against West Indies and has been India’s standout batter since Sachin Tendulkar’s retirement in 2013.

India batting great Virat Kohli announced his retirement from test cricket on Monday, bringing down the curtain on a glorious career in the longest format that leaves a huge void in the team just days after captain Rohit Sharma ended his red ball career.